Hawaii’s Hāʻena State Park reopens 39 days after hurricane closure
Hāʻena State Park in Kauaʻi has reopened to the public following a 39-day closure due to Hurricane Lowell. While day-use hiking is permitted, overnight camping and access to the deeper sections of the Kalalau Trail remain restricted for safety.
Why it matters
The reopening restores access to a major tourism hub in Hawaii, though it highlights the ongoing recovery efforts required for state infrastructure after extreme weather events.
Hā‘ena State Park on the Hawaiian island of Kaua‘i reopened to visitors on October 15, 39 days after it was closed ahead of Hurricane Lowell. While visitors can return to the park and resume some day hikes, overnight camping and hiking beyond the first two miles of the Kalalau Trail remain prohibited until further notice. According to the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), the park was closed on September 6 because of safety concerns as Hurricane Lowell approached.
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