Hawaii park closures & advisories

National Park Service

Most of Nāhuku lava tube trail is open during bridge replacement but is only accessible one way in and out from the east “exit” end. The rainforest trail to the front of the lava tube, the lava tube bridge and 50 feet into the cave are temporarily closed during the replacement. The project should be complete by mid-Aug…

Updated Jul 22, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Kīpukapuaulu Trail is temporarily closed due to hazardous trees that require further assessment and potential removal for safety. The park is working on a hazard tree safety plan. The closure could last several more weeks.

Updated Jul 22, 2026

National Park Service

Kahuku Road beyond the cross fence (mile marker 4) is closed to vehicles; pedestrian use is permitted. Four-wheel drive is strongly recommended past the Upper Palm Trailhead (mile marker 3).

Updated Jun 5, 2026

National Park Service

Access to the park, including Kalawao County, the Kalaupapa Trail, the settlement, and Waikolu Valley, is restricted to residents and visitors with approved permits issued by Hawaii State Department of Health. Violations will result in arrest/fine.

Updated Jun 6, 2023Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Volcanic eruptions can be hazardous. Stay out of closed areas and monitor air quality. Eruptions can last a few hours and are often separated by pauses lasting several weeks.

Updated Apr 8, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

As of September 30, 2025, water at Hosmer Campground in the Summit District is shutoff due to a waterline break. Water is available 24-hours at Headquarters Visitor Center one mile up the road. At this point we don't have an estimate for when repairs will be complete.

Updated Feb 11, 2026

National Park Service

Due to a high volume of traffic, cars may be temporarily turned around at the gate when capacity is reached. Purchasing a pass online does not guarantee entry at sunset. To ensure timely access, arrive 3 hours before sunset. 

Updated Jan 9, 2026

National Park Service

Beginning Monday, January 12, 2026 Haleakalā Visitor Center (summit district) parking lot will have limited parking due to a water infrastructure project. Expect traffic delays. The project will last several months.

Updated Jan 8, 2026

National Park Service

Nēnē (Hawaiian geese) and ʻuaʻu (Hawaiian petrel) are nesting in the park and may land on or frequent park roads, parking lots, and road leading up to the park. Drivers are reminded to drive at the posted speed limits and exercise caution.

Updated Aug 17, 2023

National Park Service

Volcanic ash, rock and glassy strands (tephra) is present at Kīlauea summit and can irritate your skin, eyes and respiratory system. For your safety, do not handle it. Eye protection, long sleeves, long pants, a hat, closed-toe shoes and a dust mask are recommended.

Updated Apr 8, 2026

National Park Service

We continue to experience intermittent outages with our phone lines. If your call does not go through, please try again later, or try to leave us a message and we will get back to you. Thank you for your understanding.

Updated Jan 4, 2022

National Park Service

It is prohibited to come within 1/4 mile of the Kalaupapa shoreline. Access by boat within the quarter mile offshore park boundary requires a special use permit.

Updated Sep 21, 2017

National Park Service

Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of Kalaupapa National Historical Park is prohibited. This includes model airplanes, quadcopters, and drones.

Updated Mar 31, 2016

National Park Service

Annual and lifetime passes are not currently available for purchase at Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park. As an alternative, you can purchase an annual pass online.

Updated Mar 3, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

Phone service at Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site is currently unavailable. If you need to contact the park, please email us at puhe_info@nps.gov and a staff member will respond as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience while service is being restored.

Updated Mar 16, 2026

National Park Service

As of November 13, 2025, the new hours of operation at Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site are 8:30am –4:30pm. The parking lot gate will close at 4:00pm.

Updated Nov 13, 2025