Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park
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Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park marks a short Russian history on the island of Kauai. Hawaiians began construction on the site in 1816 and it was finished one year later. The remains of this Russian-engineered, Hawaiian-built fort and the surrounding terrain comprise this park of 17 acres. The structure grew from a defense agreement between the ruling chief of Kauai and the Russian-American Company. By the time the fort was completed the islands of Hawaii had been united under Kamehamema I and the Russians were expelled from Kauai. The site is a registered National Historic Landmark.
Russian Fort Elizabeth lies on the eastern bank of the Waimea River at the river's mouth. The site is accessible from Kaumualii Highway.
Facilities at the park include an interpretive walking path, and restrooms. A brochure with details of the site is available for a self-guided interpretive tour. Visitors to this site can enjoy exploring the remains of the fort, viewing scenery, photography and historical interpretation.
The climate on Kauai varies more with the terrain than the seasons. Generally, the coastal temperature changes little throughout the year.
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- Hawai`i Department of Land and Natural Resources: Division of State Parks: Kauai Parks
- Kauai County: Russian Fort Elizabeth
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