Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
Photo Credit: Sean Newsome

**IMPORTANT PARK NOTICES**

Monitor weather reports before you park

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

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[OʻAHU] - UPDATE 3/24/25: The Nu'uanu Pali State Wayside is closed indefinitely due to police activity in the area.  Please avoid the area until further notice.

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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): Full Park Closures will occur Tuesdays through Fridays beginning April 1 to April 11 and also Monday through Thursday April 14 to April 17.  Partial Park Closures Hours with operating hours from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM will occur on Monday April 7 during this time, and will resume from April 21 onwards Monday through Friday, (except weekends and holidays).   Normal Park Hours from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM will resume during Spring Break March 17 to March 28, Good Friday Holiday on April 18, and Weekends. 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 to July 25, 2025, or 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. 

Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area

6/18/24 - UPDATE - West Hawaii State Parks to close early on the 4th of July at 5 PM.

Parks effected are:
Kekaha Kai SP—Mahai’ula section and Manini’owali (Kua Bay) section
Kiholo SPR
Hapuna Beach SRA and Waialea section

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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
Trail Name
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.

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***

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.