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Mount 'Alava

NP of American Samoa, American Samoa

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Mount 'Alava was once connected to Pago Pago by a cable car system built by the U.S. Navy in the 1960s, which is now defunct but remains a point of historical interest.

Mount 'Alava is located within the National Park of American Samoa, which is the only U.S. national park south of the equator.

The Mount 'Alava Trail offers a challenging 7-mile round trip hike with rewarding panoramic views of the island and ocean.

The area around Mount 'Alava is home to several endemic bird species, including the Samoan starling and the wattled honeyeater.

Visitors can learn about traditional Samoan land use and cultural practices as they explore the trails around Mount 'Alava.

Mount 'Alava stands at an elevation of 1,610 feet, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and ocean.

The National Park of American Samoa, which includes Mount 'Alava, is involved in conservation efforts to protect native flora and fauna.

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