Overview
Wake Island is a remote Pacific atoll positioned 2/3 of the way from Honolulu to Guam, best known for its significant role in World War II history. As an unorganized US territory, it has no permanent civilian residents—only US military personnel and civilian contractors who manage the facility.
History · Island
Before you go
Access
Wake Island is closed to civilian visitors. Commercial flights discontinued. Prior Permission Request required for any access.
History
Significant WWII site with memorials including "98 Rock" honoring 98 US POWs killed by Japanese forces in 1943.
Safety
Sharks present in surrounding Pacific waters. Sharp coral rocks require sturdy footwear.
Water
No natural freshwater. Water produced via reverse osmosis from ocean water.