Rainmaker Mountain in American Samoa National Park

Rainmaker Mountain

Located near Pago Pago, Rainmaker Mountain traps rainclouds and brings more than 200 inches of annual rainfall to the harbor.

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Rainmaker Mountain Details

Rainmaker Mountain is located near Pago Pago on Tutuila. The mountain is a volcanic feature commonly referred to as a tachtyre plug, meaning it's a volcanic intrusion made of igneous rocks containing specific minerals. The average rainfall at Rainmaker Mountain is around 200 inches and is a designated National Natural Landmark. The mountain traps rain clouds, which gives Pago Pago the highest annual rainfall of any harbor in the entire world. You can drive up the mountain.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Rainmaker Mountain

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1.0 mi away

Afono

One of Tutuila's most populous villages.

1.5 mi away

Two Dollar Beach

Pay $5.00 to access Two Dollar Beach.

1.6 mi away

Mount Alava Adventure Trail

A 5.6 mile trail that loops around after reaching the summit of Mt. Alava. Be prepared for 783 steps and 56 ladders!

1.7 mi away

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A .6 mile roundtrip hike that passes several WWII gun emplacements.

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Blunts Point World War II Cannons

Hike the Blunts Point Trail to see historic World War II guns.