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Wai'anapanapa
State Park
"glistening waters"
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Highway 360,
Hana
808-244-4354
This 122-acre state park encompasses a lovely black
sand beach, dramatic sea caves, natural stone arch, campground,
hiking trails, and remnants of the first road built around
the island, the old King's Highway.
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The black-sand beach is lovely but dangerous
for swimming due to strong currents and a rocky reef. Black
sand is the result of lava flowing into the ocean and shattering
when it comes in contact with the cool water. The volcanic
pieces are then smashed against each other and the shoreline
with each wave, thus creating the black sand. There is a
stone bridge, and, a short hike away, the huge smooth volcanic
tubes or caves.
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Use caution along the trails as the footing
can be difficult. If you hike to the lighthouse, the view
is terrific.
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- Wear good shoes if you plan to follow either of the
marked trails - bring plenty of water
- The coastline is impressive, volcanic rock with crashing
waves due to strong currents and winds
- Grassy, tent-only camping areas are available by reservations
only - call 808-984-8109 for permit information
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Useful Information cont.:
- Rustic cabins that accommodate up to 6 people are also
nearby and are by reservations only - call 808-984-8109
for information
- Shaded Picnic Area
- Shore Fishing· Hiking Trails
- Freshwater, spring-fed caves
- Heiau· Blowholes· Natural Stone Arch
- Pa'iloa Beach (black sand beach)
- Do NOT take sand from the black sand beach - this natural
resource is limited and cannot be recreated
- Showers· Restrooms
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DIRECTIONS:
Located off Highway 360E (Hana Highway), just beyond mile
maker #32, is a paved road on the left. The state park is
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