Hawaii park closures & advisories

National Park Service

Due to last week's heavy rain, the campground road sustained damage and will need time to repair. It will be closed through at least Monday, November 9.

Updated Nov 4, 2026

National Park Service

Hilina Pali Road beyond the Maunaiki Trailhead is closed to motorized vehicles from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday for shoulder work. Hikers, bicyclists and backcountry permit holders will be given access but should expect delays while heavy machinery works on the road. The work should be complete by 11/27…

Updated Nov 4, 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 Oct 29, 2026Official notice ↗

National Park Service

The park’s phones are currently unable to accept incoming calls. For questions, please email HALE_INTERPRETATION@NPS.GOV or call 808-490-9870. This temporary cell phone is available to reach the park, but service may be intermittent.

Updated Oct 22, 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

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 Oct 22, 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

The Sulphur Banks Bridge is damaged and closed until further notice. The Haʻakulamanu area, boardwalk and Sulphur Banks Trail are open and accessible from the west side near Steam Vents.

Updated Oct 1, 2026

National Park Service

Upper Kahuku Road remains closed beyond the boot decontamination station due to storm damage. The Visitor Contact Station and most trails in the Kahuku Unit are now open following Hurricane Lala. Kahuku Road above the Lower Palm Trailhead is deeply rutted by the recent heavy rains. A 4WD is recommended to access areas…

Updated Sep 3, 2026

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

Kīpukapuaulu Trail remains closed due to numerous hazardous trees and hanging limbs resulting from several recent storms. Managers are developing a plan and will reopen the trail when it is safe.

Updated Oct 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

Please note that the 1871 Trail beyond Alahaka Ramp is closed.

Updated Oct 19, 2026

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 Sep 24, 2026Official notice ↗

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