Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
Photo Credit: Sean Newsome

**IMPORTANT PARK NOTICES**

⚠️ Always monitor weather reports and ocean conditions before your park visit. 

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[O’AHU] UPDATE 3/30/26

Kaʻena Point State Park, Mākua-Keawaʻula Section: CLOSED due to flooding and collapsed road on Farrington Highway.

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Kaʻena Point State Park, Mokulēʻia Section: CLOSED due to saturated and eroded roads.

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Ahupuaʻa O Kahana State Park and Camping REOPEN this weekend.

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[MAU’I] UPDATE 3/30/26

Waiʻānapanapa State Park : Currently CLOSED to parking, park entry, tent camping, camper van camping and all cabin reservations, anticipated REOPEN on March 31st.

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Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area: Polipoli cabins and camping areas are CLOSED until further notice.

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Iao Valley State Monument: Currently CLOSED until further notice. Parking and entry CLOSED until April 26.

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Kaumahina State Wayside CLOSED.

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[HAWAI’I] UPDATE 3/25/26

Akaka Falls State Park: Water and comfort station CLOSED, park open with portable toilets.

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Kiholo State Park Reserve: Road CLOSED to vehicles due to erosion until further notice, pedestrian access remains opened. Camping remains CLOSED.

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Lapakahi State Historical Park: CLOSED until further notice due to unsafe trails and water bars.

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[KAUAʻI] 3/24/26

Polihale State Park and camping is CLOSED until further notice due to mud and debris removal.

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Kalalau trail OPENED. 

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Pāʻulaʻula State Historic Site: CLOSED for construction.

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[MOLOKAʻI] 3/23/26

Palaʻau State Wayside and camping areas CLOSED for renovations until May 4.

Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area

UPDATE – 12/12/25: Camping - Reservations for February 1, 2026 and beyond available at https://explore.ehawaii.gov, please create an account on Explore Outdoor Hawaiʻi to make a camping reservation.

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    Hours

    Daily Hours 7:00am to 7:30pm

    Gates Close at 8:00pm
    Entrance Fee
    • *Credit Card Only*
    • Hawaii Residents = Free w/ Drivers Lic. or ID
    • Non-Residents = $5.00 Per Person
    • Children 3 and Under = Free
    Parking Fee       Non-Commercial Vehicles

    • Residents = Free with State ID/DL
    • Non-Residents = $10 per vehicle

         Commercial PUC Vehicle:

    • 1-7 passenger vehicles: $25
    • 8-25 passenger vehicles: $50
    • 26+ passenger vehicles: $90
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    Lodging

           A-Frame Cabins (presently CLOSED)

    • Residents = $40 Per Night, Per A-Frame
    • Non-Residents = $70 Per Night, Per A-Frame

    NOTE: Online reservations for must be made at least 7-days in advance of check-in date.

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    CAMPING RESERVATION REQUIRED

    NOTICE: Please create an account on Explore Outdoor Hawaiʻi to make a camping reservation.

    Description

    Landscaped beach park with swimming during calm seas, bodysurfing during periods of shore breaks, sunbathing and other beach-related activities, picnicking and shelter lodging opportunities.

    Dangerous rip currents and pounding shore breaks during periods of high surf! Waves over 3 feet high are for experts – all others should stay out of the water and away from the shoreline! Lifeguard services. Hiking opportunity along the coastal trail. (61.8 acres)

    Lodging Information

    Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area rents 4-person A-Frame shelters.  These shelters consist of a single screened room with wooden sleeping platforms and a picnic table.  Comfort Stations with cold showers and restrooms are available for shared use by all shelters. Food and other personal supplies must be stored in the guest’s unit.

    Other Conditions Apply
    1. Guests must provide their own liquid hand soap and hand sanitizer – we do not provide it.
    2. ALL CAMPERS MUST BE PRESENT FOR MANDATORY CHECK IN WITH STAFF AT 3:00PM
    3. Only names listed are covered by the permit.

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    Hāpuna Beach Concession

    ***TEMPORARILY CLOSED***

    State Parks is issuing an Invitation For Bid (IFB) to qualified parties interested in a Mobile Food Concession at Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area. Notice of Intent to Bid and Questionnaires forms available 9/5 – 9/19.

    View Announcement for more details: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/announcements/invitation-for-b…-food-concession/

    Interpretive Information

    There is more to Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area than just great beaches. Learn about the incredible cultural history and natural resources before you explore the park.