Most of the southern shore and associated coral reef are part of the National Park of American Samoa. The island forms the Ofu County subdivision of the Manuʻa District. It has a land area of 7.215 km 2 (2.786 sq mi), and had an official population of 176 persons as of the 2010 census.

Ofu constitutes the western region of the volcanic outcrop Ofu-Olosega Island, marking the westernmost of the Manu'a Islands. The principal village of Ofu resides along the western shore, sheltered by an offshore islet known as Nuʻutele.

2024年7月11日 · As the crown jewel of the National Park of American Samoa, Ofu Island is the tropical beach paradise many travelers dream about. However, there is little information about Ofu, most of it incomplete, outdated, or wrong.

While Ofu, Olosega and Ta'u are accessible by airplane, they are remote, unpopulated and quiet. The beach at Ofu stretches for just over miles, but the sheer beauty of this curve of sand and the relative emptiness of its shores make it one of the best beaches in the world.

6 天之前 · Ta’ū: For a more off-the-beaten-path experience, visit Ta’ū to hike through its rainforests and see Lata Mountain, the highest point in American Samoa. Ofu: Known for its tranquil coral reefs and white sandy beaches, Ofu Island is a must-visit for snorkeling enthusiasts. Packing List. Be prepared for your adventure with the essentials:

2017年8月18日 · Located 2,600 miles southwest of Hawaii, the National Park of American Samoa is the most remote unit of the National Park System. The park spreads across three volcanic islands-- Tutuila, Ta’u, and Ofu—9,500 acres of tropical rainforest and 4,000 acres of ocean, including coral reefs.

Ofu beach is incredible. There is over a mile of pristine beach, coral reef and fish all to yourself. Snorkeling is great, but you can just walk along the beach and see the coral and the fish. The beach is part of the National Park of American Samoa.

2019年2月19日 · Ofu island has long been the most popular destination for most vacationers who make the long-distance trek to the South Pacific to visit American Samoa. Ofu is part of the Manu'a island group - which is part of American Samoa- and is home to one unit of the National Park of American Samoa and one of the world's most beautiful beaches.

Ofu and Olosega are two islands formed from two shield volcanoes in the United States Territory of American Samoa. Volcanic activity in American Samoa is within the area of responsibility of the U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, based in Hilo on the Island of Hawai‘i.

Olosega and Ofu are twin islands in American Samoa. They are the westernmost of the Manu'a Islands. Ofu and Olosega are very much off the beaten track. The islands aren't set up for tourism but are a natural paradise, with gorgeous green cliffs, beaches and bright blue lagoons.