Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside
Photo Credit: Sean Newsome

**IMPORTANT PARK NOTICES**

Monitor weather reports before your park visit.

[KAUA’I]  - 1/6/26: Kalalau Trail, Nāpali Coast SWP remains CLOSED due to potential flood conditions.  

[OʻAHU] 1/5/26 - Kaʻena Point Vehicle Access Permits available now: kaenasups.ehawaii.govAll applicants must create a NEW account and apply as a new applicant.

[OʻAHU] UPDATE 12/15/25 — Ka‘ena Point State Park: Mokulē‘ia Section Vehicle Access Gate is temporarily CLOSED due to saturated road conditions.

[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.

Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside

Hours Daily During Daylight Hours
Entrance Fee None

Description

Rest stop and picnicking in the rain forest. An idyllic area with small scenic waterfalls and pools. (5.0 acres)