Frequently Asked Questions
Napali coast

**IMPORTANT PARK NOTICES**

Monitor weather reports before your park visit!
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[KAUA’I]—UPDATE 4/23/25: Kalalau Trail, Nāpali Coast SWP remains CLOSED today due to a flash flood watch and expected heavy rain. The Ha’ena shuttle has been SUSPENDED.

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[MAUI] - UPDATE 4/17/25: Puaʻa kaʻa Wayside and Restrooms will be CLOSED for renovations April 21 thru May 12.

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[MOLOKA’I] - UPDATE 3/24/25: Pala’au State Park Pavilion: Due to demolition and renovation work, the pavilion will be closed from March 25 to May 31.

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[KAUAʻI] - UPDATE 3/21/25: Pā‘ula‘ula State Historic Site - Due to construction improvements, the park closure will begin starting March 24 until further notice.

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[OʻAHU] - UPDATE 3/18/25: Mauna ʻAla, Royal Mausoleum State Monument, will be undergoing improvements that may temporarily prevent vehicular access. Please check the Royal Mausoleum State Monument website for updates.

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[OʻAHU] UPDATED 3/18/25 – Diamond Head State Monument (DHSM): Partial Park Closures Hours with operating hours from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM will occur from April 21 onwards Monday through Friday, (except holidays).  Normal Park Hours from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM will resume on Weekends and Holidays. During Partial Park Closures Hours from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the last reservation time slot for Parking and Entry and Entry Only will be 12:00 p.m. If you reserved at 12:00 p.m., you must enter the Park no later than 12:30 p.m. or you will be denied entry. The project began January 6, 2025, and will run until July 25, 2025, upon completion of the rock fall mitigation construction project at the Kahala Tunnel. Please check back for updates.

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[MAUI] UPDATE 3/4/25 - Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area: Beginning April 1, 2025, through April 30, 2025, the park, cabin campgrounds, and access road to Polipoli Forest Reserve will be closed due to tree mitigation work. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of the most commonly asked questions regarding visiting Hāʻena State Park and the Napali Coast State Wilderness Park. Click on the question to reveal the answer.

 

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General Information

What is the current access situation with Kuhio Highway?
Please check the HDOT website for more information regarding openings and closures of the highway. https://hidot.hawaii.gov/2021-hanalei-hill-landslide/
Where can I make a reservations for Hāʻena State Park?
GoHaena.com (Click Link)
There is no more parking reservations, can I just park along the side of the road?
No.  Parking along the shoulder of the road is not permitted and vehicles found to be in violation are subject to a $200 fine.
I have a permit for camping/hiking the Kalalau Trail: Do I need a reservation for Hāʻena State Park?
No. Valid Kalalau permits allow for the entrance/transiting of Hāʻena State Park.
Where can I find information on the shuttle?
The North Shore Shuttle is operated by the Hanalei Initiative for more information please view the park reservations website https://gohaena.com/ Please Note: The North Shore Shuttle website will not function properly until June 17.
How do I make a shuttle reservation?
You can obtain a shuttle reservation via the following link: https://gohaena.com/ Please Note: The North Shore Shuttle will resume operations on July 11, 2021.
If I take the shuttle, do I need a Park Entry reservation?
When purchasing your shuttle ticket, make sure your ticket includes drop-off AND entry to Hāʻena State ParkPark. For more specific information regarding the shuttle please visit the The North Shore Shuttle website Please Note: The North Shore Shuttle will resume operations on July 11, 2021.
I have an 12:30pm-5:30pm parking reservation, when can I arrive and when do I have to leave?
You are able to park during the times of your reservation. So, in this instance, you are able to park your car starting at 12:30 pm and you are required to remove your car at the end of your parking reservation 5:30pm.
I have 4:30pm-Sunset parking reservation, when can I arrive and when do I have to leave?
You are able to park during the times of your reservation. So, in this case, you are able to park your car starting at 4:30pm and you are required to remove your car shortly after Sunset.
I have a permit to hike/camp along the Kalalau trail, can I buy a parking reservation and leave my car overnight in the parking lot?
Yes. Overnight Parking at Hāʻena State Park is now available for those with valid Nāpali Coast Camping Permits. Overnight Parking spots are purchased separately from camping permits and are available through gohaena.com. Note: Overnight parking spots are currently available for purchase up to 90 days in advance. Users will be charged for the number of days your vehicle occupies the lot (e.g. a 1-night stay requires paying for 2-days, a 4-night stay will require paying for 5-days, etc.).  Another option for overnight parking is at Aliʻi Kai Resort in Princeville in coordination with the North Shore Shuttle. For more information please call (808) 826-9988

Hawaii Resident Information

Hawaii resident: Do I need to make a reservation to visit Hāʻena State Park?
No.  State of Hawaii residents (with picture ID) do not need to make online reservations to visit Hāʻena State Park.  However, parking spaces allocated for local-residents will be administered on a “first-come, first-served” basis so, there may not be parking vacancies.
Hawaii resident: Do I have to pay for parking?
No. There is a limited number of free parking reserved for local Hawaii residents. Please note that free residence parking is available on a “first-come, first-served” basis.
Hawaii resident: Is there guaranteed parking available?
No. There is no guarantee that there will be parking spots available upon your arrival.  We will reserve parking spaces for local residents however they will be available on a “first-come, first-served” basis.
Hawaii resident: If I drive, do my non-Hawaii resident passengers need a reservation to visit the park?
Yes.  Non-hawaii residents that travel to the park with a Hawaii-resident will still need to have a valid Park Entry Reservation.” basis.

Non-Hawaii Resident Information

Non-Hawaii resident: Do I need a reservation to visit Hāʻena State Park?
Yes.
Non-Hawaii resident: How do I make a reservation?
Park Entry and Parking Reservations are available via https://www.gohaena.com
Non-Hawaii resident: If I have a parking reservation do I also need a reservation to enter the park?
Yes. Starting April 19, 2021, you will need to purchase both Entry and Parking reservations to visit the park.
Non-Hawaii resident: Can a local Hawaii resident drop me off at the park?
Yes, you can get dropped off at the park but you will still need a reservation to enter the park.
Non-Hawaii resident: Can I make reservations upon arrival?
No. Reservations must be made online prior to arrival.  Please Note: Cellular service is extremely limited at the park. It is best to assume you will not have internet access while at or near the park.
Non-Hawaii resident: If I take a the shuttle do I need a Park Entry Reservation?
If you plan on visiting the park via shuttle, you need to ensure that your shuttle ticket includes drop-off AND entry to the Park.  For more specific information please visit the The North Shore Shuttle website. The North Shore Shuttle is operated Hanalei Initiative.