Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

**IMPORTANT PARK NOTICES**

Monitor weather reports before your park visit.

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[O’AHU] 2/6/26: State Parks Office has REOPENED.

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[HAWAI’I] 2/4/26: Kua Bay CLOSED due high surf until safety officials clear dang conditions.

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[O\\\'AHU] UPDATE 2/3/26 – KA\\\'ENA POINT STATE PARK, MOKULE\\\'IA SECTION: Vehicle access dirt road repairs are occurring to stabilize severe erosion, and armor problem areas with aggregate to reduce erosion and puddling, and improve road stability. 1/5/26 - Kaʻena Point Vehicle Access Permits available now: kaenasups.ehawaii.gov. All applicants must create a NEW account and apply as a new applicant.

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[O’ahu] 1/28/26 - Mauna Ala, Royal Mausoleum State Monument will be CLOSED February 3, 2026 for palm maintenance.

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[ALL ISLANDS] 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.

Polipoli Spring 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 7:00am to 6:00pm Daily
    Entrance Fee None
    Trail Names
    Camping

     *4-wheel Drive Vehicle Required*

    • Residents = $20 Per Night, Per Campsite
    • Non-Residents = $30 Per Night, Per Campsite

    CABIN

    • Residents = $70 Per Night
    • Non-Residents = $100 Per Night

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    CAMPING RESERVATION REQUIRED

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

    Description

    Camping and lodging (one cabin) within the fog belt of the Kula Forest Reserve at 6200 foot elevation. Extensive trail system in the forest reserve, including through a forest reminiscent of the conifer forests of the Pacific Northwest coast.

    Sweeping views of Central and West Maui, Kahoʻolawe, Molokaʻi and Lanaʻi in clear weather.

    Pig and seasonal bird hunting. Hikers should wear bright colored clothing – hunters may be in the area. Nights are generally cold; winter nights frequently have below freezing temperatures. No campground showers. (10.0 acres).  PLEASE NOTE:  The Polipoli Cabin cannot be reserved through our online system.  Visitors must walk-in or call the Maui District office for reservations.

    *Tent camping reservations can be made online through our reservation system. For cabin reservations, individuals have the option to call our office at (808) 984-8109, or come to our counter at 54 S. High Street #101, Wailuku, HI.