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Hauula Loop Trail Division of Forestry and Wildlife



Description

Hauula Forest Reserve.  Where the trail branches off, take the right fork which climbs up the adjoining ridge. It crosses Waipilopilo Gulch, then travels makai (towards the ocean) on the next ridge overlooking Kipapau Valley to return back across the gulch, around the makai side of the ridge, and rejoins the start of the trail. This trail goes through groves of planted ironwood. It also offers great views of Hau`ula and the ocean. Remnant native species in the Waipilopilo Gulch include lama, alahe`e, `ohi`a, hoawa, akia and a`ali`i. This trail is a good family trail. This trail traverses a public hunting area - hikers should exercise caution. Wear bright colored clothing and be aware that you may encounter hunters who may be hunting off trail - stay on the trail. Campsites not designated.  Camping is allowed anywhere within the trail corridor (10 feet from center line).

See the brochure, Hiking Safely in Hawaii



Location

From Kamehameha Highway in Hau`ula, turn onto Hau`ula Homestead Road (across from Hau`ula Beach Park). When the road makes a sharp curve to the left, continue straight onto the access road. Park along the road before the cable gate, taking care not to block the gate. Continue on foot past the gate and the hunter/hiker check-in station. Hau`ula Trail begins on the right side of the access road, just past the check-in station.



Special Conditions

Campsites not designated. Camping is allowed anywhere within the trail corridor (10 feet from center line).

Hazards

No hazards.

Prohibited

No prohibited.

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Refund Policy

 

Refunds must be requested at least 15 days in advance of your check-in date. No online refunds inside of 15 days to check-in.
To request a refund, login and click on “My Reservations”, then select the appropriate "Refund/Cancellation" link and follow the instructions.


Refunds for credit cards minus service fee and cancellation fee ($5), will be credited back to your card. Card must be the same as original purchase.


Oahu Only: To request a refund less than 15 days in advance, you must email an appeal, with reason, to dlnrdofaw.oahubranch@hawaii.gov  Appeals are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may not be approved.

REFUNDS/CHANGES DUE TO FOREST RESERVE CLOSURE:
In the event that a Forest Reserve is closed or access is closed (i.e. Kaena Point Satellite Tracking Station) we will try to notify permittees ahead of time and give the option to either revise their dates to a future stay, or receive a refund.  Inquiries regarding these situations can be directed to dlnrdofaw.oahubranch@hawaii.gov.



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