Midway Atoll - Wikipedia
The refuge and surrounding area are part of the larger Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. From 1941 until 1993, the atoll was the home of Naval Air Facility Midway Island, …
Midway Islands | US Territory, Wildlife Refuge, Pacific Ocean ...
Dec 5, 2025 · Midway Islands, unincorporated territory of the United States in the central Pacific Ocean, 1,300 miles (2,100 km) northwest of Honolulu. Near the western end of the Hawaiian …
Midway Island (Everything To Know Before A Visit) - The ...
Nov 12, 2025 · Midway Atoll, also known as Midway Island, is located in the North Pacific Ocean, roughly halfway between North America and Asia. Its name, “Pihemanu,” in Hawaiian means …
Midway Islands – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Midway is part of the extended series of Pacific islands which include Hawaii. It is an atoll of several low, sandy islands. The two largest are Sand Island (the most developed) and Eastern …
Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge | U.S. Fish & Wildlife ...
Midway Atoll (Kuaihelani) is a sanctuary for millions of seabirds, shorebirds, ducks, and various marine life who all call the island home, for all or part of their lifecycle. Kuaihelani is the ancient …
Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument
Midway, the best known of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (NWHI), is a circular-shaped atoll with three small islets (Sand, Eastern, and Spit) on the southern end of a lagoon.
NWHI: About: Midway Atoll
Midway, the best known of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (NWHI), is a circular-shaped atoll with three small islets (Sand, Eastern, and Spit) on the southern end of a lagoon.
Friends of Midway Atoll | Preserving, protecting, and ...
Dec 8, 2025 · Inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Atoll's Hawaiian name is Kuaihelani meaning the “backbone of the heavens.” Before the recent discovery of Kuaihelani …
Midway Island
Jul 24, 2025 · This digital tour allows you to explore the landscapes and historical sites of Midway Island from the comfort of your home. Known for its strategic role in World War II, particularly …
World War II Facilities at Midway - U.S. National Park Service
Midway is a coral atoll six miles in diameter with three islands--Sand, Eastern and Spit. The atoll's name is said to come from its location, midway between San Francisco and Tokyo.