Hawaii County Park Kolekole Gulch Park is located near Honomu, HI. The area features rugged terrain with lush vegetation and is close to the coastline. Nearby attractions include Akaka Falls State Park and the Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, both offering opportunities for exploration and nature appreciation.

Camping will continue to be suspended pending an upcoming State Department of Transportation project.

Major improvements include construction of a new comfort station; a new pavilion; potable water infrastructure; fire protection water system; refurbished pavilions; and new walkways, ramps, picnic tables, lighted parking areas and landscaping.

“Kolekole Gulch Park looks and feels entirely brand new,” said Maurice Messina, Director of Parks & Recreation. “We are excited to return this valuable resource to our community, enhanced in so many ways to allow greater access and enjoyment by all.” 

The Kolekole Gulch Park project is one of several Department of Parks & Recreation construction projects underway or recently completed that enhance accessibility and ensure parks meet ADA requirements.

The park’s pavilions will be available to rent beginning April 25 by calling the Parks & Recreation Administration Office at (808) 961-8311. Camping will continue to be suspended pending an upcoming State Department of Transportation project.

Kolekole Gulch Park hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The gate to the park will be locked nightly.

Hawaii County Park Kolekole Gulch Park - TEMPRORARILY CLOSED TO CAMPING

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My family and I visit Hawaii every other Christmas. I know, spending Christmas without snow may seem weird to some people, because we always have a white Christmas where I am from (Washington State). But honestly, we love going this time of year because it isnt as busy. We love either camping, staying at my families condo, or doing a combo of both. We visited Kolekole Beach Park when we came last Christmas, and it was great. It was super clean, which we really loved. There was also some great small cliffs that we could jump off of- the whole family loved doing this. It almost feels like you are in a "jungle" only because of the greenery and trees. Not to mention the weather is pretty muggy. My family and I had a picnic here, and played in the water for the day. They didnt have any life guards on duty just FYI. Weirdly, there were a lot of cats around? Not sure why? but thought this was interesting. The park is a little hard to find, we drove past the sign and had to turn around. It's a pretty small, spray painted sign. We hiked in the morning before we came here, which was beautiful hike overlooking the water. Highly recommend!!

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