Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historic Park is reopening several areas. The National Park Service is following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities.
Beginning Monday, October 26, 2020 Kaloko-Honokōhau NHP will reopen daily access and services to the following areas:
- Visitor Center parking lot (expanded to seven days a week)
- Visitor Center and restroom facilities 8:30 a.m-4:00 p.m.
- Visitor services (expanded to seven days a week)
Areas already open:
- All hiking trails for day time exercise and outdoor recreational experience
- Beach and shoreline areas for hiking. ocean recreation, and fishing (following state regulations)
- Portable toilet facilities at ʻAiʻōpio
- Kaloko Fish pond area
There are still programs and activities not yet available:
- All ranger led programs remain suspended
- Group visitor activities, including ukulele and hula, remain suspended
“Services are limited, and visitors should bring everything they might need for a safe visit including water, meals and hand sanitizer. Above all, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes with very little warning should public health concerns require a reversal in our plans,” said Kaloko-Honokōhau NHP Acting Superintendent John Broward.
All visitors must follow COVID-19 precautions if they plan to visit Kaloko-Honokōhau NHP:
- Practice social distancing, maintain at least six feet of distance between you and others
- Wear a face covering when social distancing cannot be maintained
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use your hand sanitizer
- Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
- If you feel sick, please visit another day
- Let wildlife be wild, please stay 20 ft. away from any honu (sea turtles) on the beach
The health and safety of park users, employees, volunteers, and partners continue to be paramount. While these areas are accessible for the public to enjoy, a return to full operations will continue to be phased and services are limited. Park users should follow local area health orders from the Governor of Hawai‘i, practice Leave No Trace principles, avoid crowding and other high-risk outdoor activities.
The CDC has offered guidance to help people recreating in parks and open spaces prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Park staff will continue to monitor all park functions to ensure that visitors adhere to CDC guidance for mitigating risks associated with the transmission of COVID-19 and will take any additional steps necessary
Details and updates on park operations will continue to be posted on the park website www.nps.gov/kaho and social media channels. Updates about NPS operations will be posted on www.nps.gov/coronavirus.
Photos are from Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historic Park website
