03/29/13 – Na Pali Coast State Park Reopened Friday

Posted on Mar 29, 2013 in News Releases

DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES
News Release

 

NEIL ABERCROMBIE
GOVERNOR
WILLIAM J. AILA JR,
CHAIRPERSON

For Immediate Release March 29, 2013

NA PALI COAST STATE PARK REOPENED FRIDAY

 

HONOLULU —  The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) today reopened the Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park and Kalalau Trail following an assessment this morning of the trail’s condition.  The Kalalau trail is open to day hikers and campers with permits.

Division of State Parks reminds the public that even during the nicest day in this wilderness park, weather conditions can suddenly change and hikers  must always be alert and prepared to take safety precautions, including sheltering in place and keeping to high ground. When in doubt, turn around, don’t drown!
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For more information news media may contact:
Deborah Ward
DLNR Public Information Specialist
Phone: (808) 587-0320