Kauai Camping - Kauai Chapter Of Na Mokupuni O Lawelawe 567

Boy Scouts of America
Kauai Camping Booklet
Presented By
Order of the Arrow
The Kauai Chapter of
Na Mokupuni O Lawelawe #567
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Outdoor Code
As an American, I will do my best to
Be Clean in my outdoor manners
Be careful with fire
Be considerate in the outdoors, and,
Be conservation minded.
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Dedications
Kaipo
This eBook is dedicated to Kaipo Kealalio
Kaipo was the much loved Scout Executive of Kauai District From 1983 to
2004
Kaipo assembled and wrote the first Kauai Camping Guide for the Boy
Scouts on Kauai many years ago. We take the spirit, the knowledge and the
Mana`o that Kaipo left with us to prepare this second Edition of the Kauai
Camping Guide for Scouts
For Kaipo we say;
May the Great Master of all Scouts be with you until we meet again.
Scoutmasters and Leaders
This eBook is also dedicated to the Scoutmasters and Leaders who freely
give of their time, energies and being to help the youth of our island make
ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values
of the Scout Oath and Law. Thank You and Mahalo for all that you do.
Scouts
Lastly this book is dedicated to the young men and women of the Boy
Scouts of America. May you use this book in your pursuit of all that is good.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Preface – The Order of the Arrow’s high calling ............................................ 5
The Order of the Arrow ...................................................................................................... 6
Scouting’s National Honor Society .................................................................................... 6
Mission........................................................................................................................ 6
Purpose........................................................................................................................ 6
History......................................................................................................................... 7
Membership ................................................................................................................ 7
Eligibility .................................................................................................................... 7
Induction ..................................................................................................................... 8
Brotherhood Membership ........................................................................................... 8
Vigil Honor ................................................................................................................. 8
Lodges ......................................................................................................................... 8
Sections ....................................................................................................................... 9
Regional Leadership ................................................................................................... 9
National Leadership .................................................................................................... 9
Kauai County Camping..................................................................................................... 11
Hanalei Beach Park ....................................................................................................... 19
Anini Beach Park ............................................................................................................ 22
Anahola Beach Park ...................................................................................................... 24
Lydgate Beach Park ...................................................................................................... 26
Salt Pond Park ................................................................................................................ 31
Lucy Wright Park ............................................................................................................ 33
Kauai State Parks .......................................................................................................... 37
Koke`e State Park .......................................................................................................... 38
Kokee State Park Campsite ......................................................................................... 38
Kokee State Park Campsite .............................................................................. 39
Kawaikoi Camp ............................................................................................................... 41
Sugi Grove Campsite..................................................................................................... 43
Polihale......................................................................................................................... 45
Camp Alan Faye ............................................................................................................. 47
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Preface – The Order of the Arrow’s high calling
The Island of Kauai is one of the greatest and most beautiful places on the
face of the earth. We of the Order of the Arrow, Na Mokupuni O Lawelawe
#567 lodge, Kauai chapter, are mandated by one of our high callings to
promote camping.
Camping is one of the mainstays of the Boy Scout program and has been
since it’s inception over 100 years ago by its founder Lord Baden Powel.
Powel once said “Where is the boy to whom the call of the wild and the
open road does not appeal?” and he further went on to say “A week of camp
life is worth six months of theoretical teaching in the meeting room”
With this spirit in mind we dedicate and present this guide to camping on the
island of Kauai. Please use this booklet to help you in planning your outdoor
adventures. Be safe, be courteous and above all in all things we do, be
governed by the Scout oath and law as we go camping.
Scout Oath
On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to
obey the scout law. To help other people at all times and keep myself
physically strong mentally awake and morally straight.
Scout Law
A Scout is
Trustworthy
Loyal
Helpful
Friendly
Courteous
Kind
Obedient
Cheerful
Thrifty
Brave
Clean
Reverent
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Who or What is the Order of the Arrow?
The Order of the Arrow
Scouting’s National Honor Society
For more than 90 years, the Order of the Arrow (OA) has recognized Scouts
and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily
lives. This recognition provides encouragement for others to live these
ideals as well. Arrowmen are known for maintaining camping traditions and
spirit, promoting year-round and long term resident camping, and providing
cheerful service to others. OA service, activities, adventures, and training
for youth and adults are models of quality leadership development and
programming that enrich and help to extend Scouting to America’s youth.
Mission
The mission of the Order of the Arrow is to fulfill its purpose as an
integral part of the Boy Scouts of America through positive youth
leadership under the guidance of selected capable adults.
Purpose
As Scouting’s National Honor Society, our purpose is to:
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Recognize those who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their
daily lives and through that recognition cause others to conduct
themselves in a way that warrants similar recognition.
Promote camping, responsible outdoor adventure, and environmental
stewardship as essential components of every Scout’s experience, in the
unit, year-round, and in summer camp.
Develop leaders with the willingness, character, spirit and ability to
advance the activities of their units, our Brotherhood, Scouting, and
ultimately our nation.
Crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of
leadership in cheerful service to others.
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History
The Order of the Arrow was founded by Dr. E. Urner Goodman and Carroll
A. Edson in 1915 at the Treasure Island Camp of the Philadelphia Council,
Boy Scouts of America. It became an official program experiment in 1922
and was approved as part of the Scouting program in 1934. In 1948 the OA,
recognized as the BSA’s national brotherhood of honor campers, became an
official part of the Boy Scouts of America.
In 1998, the Order of the Arrow became recognized as Scouting’s
National Honor Society when it expanded its reach beyond camping to
include broader service to Scouting and the community.
Membership
The OA has more than 170,000 active members located in lodges affiliated
with over 295 BSA local councils.
Eligibility
The Order of the Arrow membership requirements are:
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Be a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America.
After registration with a troop or team, have experienced 15 days and
nights of Boy Scout camping during the two-year period prior to the
election. The 15 days and nights must include one, but no more than one,
long-term camp consisting of six consecutive days and five nights of
resident camping, approved and under the auspices and standards of the
Boy Scouts of America. The balance of the camping must be overnight,
weekend, or other short-term camps.
Youth must be under the age of 21, hold the BSA First Class rank or
higher, and following approval by the Scoutmaster or Varsity team
Coach, be elected by the youth members of their troop or team.
Adults (age 21 or older) who are registered in the BSA and meet the
camping requirements may be selected following nomination to the lodge
adult selection committee. Adult selection is based on their ability to
perform the necessary functions to help the Order fulfill its purpose, and is
not for recognition of service, including current or prior positions.
Selected adults must be an asset to the Order because of demonstrated
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abilities, and must provide a positive example for the growth and
development of the youth members of the lodge.
Induction
The induction ceremony, called the Ordeal, is the first step toward full
membership in the Order. During the experience, candidates
maintain silence, receive small amounts of food, work on camp
improvement projects, and sleep apart from other campers. The entire
experience is designed to teach significant values. All candidates for
membership must complete the Ordeal.
Brotherhood Membership
After 10 months of service as an Ordeal member and fulfilling
certain requirements, a member may take part in the Brotherhood ceremony,
which places further emphasis on the ideals of Scouting and the Order.
Completion of this ceremony signifies full membership in the Order.
Vigil Honor
After two years of exceptional service as a Brotherhood member, and with
the approval of the national Order of the Arrow committee, a Scout or
Scouter may be recognized with the Vigil Honor for their distinguished
contributions to their lodge, the Order of the Arrow, Scouting, or their Scout
camp. This honor is bestowed by special selection and is limited to one
person for every 50 members registered with the lodge each year.
Lodges
An OA lodge helps the local Boy Scout council provide a quality Scouting
program through recognition of Scouting spirit and
performance, development of youth leadership and service, promotion of
Scout camping and outdoor programs, and enhancement of membership
tenure. Every Boy Scout council is encouraged to have an Order of the
Arrow lodge. Each lodge operates under a charter granted by the National
Council, BSA, and must apply annually for its renewal. The Boy Scouts of
America will grant a charter to only one lodge per council.
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Sections
An Order of the Arrow section consists of lodges within a geographic area of
the region. Once every year, representatives of lodges in the section come
together for a conclave to share in fellowship, skills, and training. In
addition, the section creates a monitoring/mentoring relationship with its
lodges, provides leadership development opportunities, fosters
understanding and adherence to national OA policies and procedures, and
coordinates OA administrative and program functions. A section is lead by
three elected youth officers, the section chief, section vice chief, and section
secretary, who are advised by an adult section adviser and professional
section staff adviser.
Each year the approximately fifty elected section chiefs are invited to a
national planning meeting in Dallas, TX. The section chiefs form the
conference committee for a national Order of the Arrow event, such as the
national Order of the Arrow conference, which is held under the guidance of
the national Order of the Arrow committee.
Regional Leadership
The region chief is the youth leader elected annually by the section chiefs in
his region. This election is held in conjunction with the annual national
planning meeting. The region Order of the Arrow chairman is an adult
adviser appointed by the region director. The professional adviser for the
region is assigned by the region director.
National Leadership
The national chief and vice chief are Arrowmen elected to one-year terms by
the section chiefs during the annual national planning meeting. They serve
as members of the national Order of the Arrow committee, providing the
opinion of youth Arrowmen on national OA policy. They also serve as the
presiding officers for the national OA event. They are advised in their
responsibilities by the national OA committee chairman and the Order of the
Arrow team leader. The national OA committee chairman is appointed
annually by the vice president/chairman of the national Outdoor Adventures
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Group. The professional adviser is the Order of the Arrow team leader, a
national professional Scouter.
Revised 10/15/09
Source – http://oa-bsa.org/misc/basics/
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Kauai County Camping
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Kauai County Camping
There are several county parks that are available for overnight camping.
Camping permits are required for all County campsites. Up to date
information can be found at the county’s website
http://www.kauai.gov/government/departments/parksrecreation/campinginformation/
Camping permits are available at 3 locations:
West Complex
Kalaheo Neighborhood Center - 808-332-9770
4480 Papalina Road, Kalaheo, HI 96741
*Monday - Tuesday - Thursday: 12:00 pm to 4:00pm (except for holidays)
*Wednesday & Friday: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
(except for holidays)
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East Complex
Kapa'a Neighborhood Center - 808-822-1931 or 808-822-0511
4491 Kou Street, Kapaa, HI 96746
*Monday - Wednesday - Friday 10:00am to 12:00pm (except for holidays)
*Tuesday - Thursday 8:00am to 12:00pm
(except for holidays)
Kilauea Neighborhood Center - 808-828-1421
2460 Keneke Street, Kilauea, HI 96754
*Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
(except for holidays)
These offices may occasionally be closed, please call ahead to ensure that they are open.
These offices only accept money orders as payment for camping permits.
Camping Applications
The Department of Parks & Recreation provides quality recreational and leisure time experiences for
residents and visitors of the County of Kauai.
Camping Permits are issued for the following County beach parks:
Haena Park
Hanalei Blackpot Park
Anini Beach Park
(closed every Monday from 10 am to 12 noon on Tuesday for maintenance)
(Open Friday & Saturday only, closed Sunday thru Thursday)
(closed every Tuesday from 10 am to 12 noon on Wednesday for
maintenance)
Anahola Beach Park
(closed every Thursday from 10 am to 12 noon on Friday for
maintenance)
Hanamaulu Beach Park
(Open Thursday, Friday & Saturdays only & certain school holidays,
closed Sunday thru Wednesday)
Salt Pond Park
Lucy Wright Park
Lydgate Park Camp Ground (closed every Tuesday from 10 am to 12 noon Thursday for
(closed every Tuesday from 10 am to 12 noon Wednesday for maintenance)
(closed every Monday from 10 am to 12 noon Tuesday for maintenance)
maintenance)
Camping permit fees are $3.00 per adult, per night for non-residents and free for residents of the State of
Hawaii who can show proof of residency that they have lived in the State of Hawaii for a minimum of two
hundred (200) consecutive days. Children 17 years of age and younger are also free and must camp with
at least one adult 18 years of age or older. Please download application form and instruction sheet
below. DO NOT SEND CASH!
Camping permit fees for the Lydgate Camp Ground:
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10'x10' & 20'x20' camp sites:
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State of Hawaii Residents:
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10'x10', 20'x20' & ADA Accessible camp sites: $5.00 per night
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10'x10' camp site holds up to 5 campers
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20'x20' camp site holds up to 10 campers (includes ADA
sites)
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Group camping area: $75.00 per night (for 20 or more campers, up
to a maximum of 200 campers. includes exclusive use of camp
ground pavilion)
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Non-Residents:
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10'x10', 20'x20' & ADA Accessible camp sites: $25.00 per night
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10'x10' camp site holds up to 5 campers
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20'x20' camp site holds up to 10 campers (includes ADA
sites)
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Group camping area: $150.00 per night (for 20 or more campers, up
to a maximum of 200 campers, includes exclusive use of camp
ground pavilion)
Lydgate Camp Ground has assigned camp sites. Camping permits for the Lydgate Camp Ground are
available at the Main Permit Counter located in Lihue only or by mail in request. No permits are issued at
the camp ground.
Please download Lydgate camping application form and instruction sheet below. DO
NOT SEND CASH!
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Contact The County of Kauai, Department of Parks & Recreation,
Park Permits Section
Phone: 808-241-4463
Fax: 808-241-4497
Office Hours 8:15 am to 4:00 pm Hawaiian Standard Time, Monday thru Friday
Closed Saturday, Sunday and all Holidays
Main Permit Counter located in the lobby of the Pi`ikoi Building, in the Lihu`e Civic Center, 4444 Rice
Street, directly across the street from the Lihu`e Post Office.
mailing address: Department of Parks and Recreation
Park Permits Section
4444 Rice Street, Suite 105
Lihu`e, HI 96766
email: recpermits@kauai.gov
Camping permits forms are also available on line
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Haena Beach Park
Is located on the north shore of the Hawaiian island of Kauai. The
Park is near several ancient Hawaiian sites including sea caves
estimated to be more than 4000 years old along with archaeological
sites associated with the Hula including a shrine dedicated to Laka.
The area around this beach has served as the backdrop for several
Hollywood movies. This beach is beautiful but depending on the day
and time of year can offer dangerous swimming conditions. There is a
lifeguard tower so check in with the lifeguard for updates as to the
safety conditions.
Haena Beach Park is “chicken-skin” time. Camp next to the historical
Dry cave and share ghost stories at nights and around a camp fire
while listening to the pounding waves and whispering winds bristling
through the trees.
Amenities: Everything
Tidbit:: not a good place for your swimming merit badge sessions as
the riptides and waves can be treacherous and unpredictable,
especially during the winter months.
Contact : County Of Kauai, Park and Recreation, 4444 Rice Street
Ste 150, Lihue, HI 96766 Telephone 808-241-6660
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Haena Beach Park Photos
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Haena Beach Park Photos continued
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Hanalei Beach Park
Known as Black Pot, Hanalei Beach Park is one of the required stops
for everybody interested in gauging the water activities on the north
shore – whether it’s fishing, swimming, surfing, kayaking, boogie
boarding or stand up paddling. Hanalei Beach Park lies at the
intersection of Hanalei River and the famous Hanalei Pier. The spot is
known as black pot after a big black wok owned by Henry Tai Hook
used to cook community meals in the 1800s or early 1900s.
Amenities: Everything plus more
Tidbit: A sure site for the bird (????) watching merit badge for our
developing, maturing scouts.
Contact : County Of Kauai, Park and Recreation, 4444 Rice Street
Ste 150, Lihue, HI 96766 Telephone 808-241-6660
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Hanalei Beach Park Continued
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Hanalei Beach Park Continued
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Anini Beach Park
Anini Beach park is one of the island’s most popular recreational sites
due to it’s spectrum of facilities. You will feel as if you are home. The
reef provides a safe swimming and snorkeling area. This beach is
protected by Hawaii’s largest coral reef. The beach used to be
known as Wanini . The “W” fell off the name sign and rather than
fixing the sign the name eventually became Anini.
This beach does not have a lifeguard.
Amenities: Showers, potable water, camp fire sites, bathroom
facilities, picnic tables make for a complete outdoor event.
Tidbits: The winter months – December through March can be windy
and wet. As our motto says “Be Prepared”.
Contact: County Of Kauai, Park and Recreation, 4444 Rice Street Ste
150, Lihue, HI 96766 Telephone 808-241-6660
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Anini Beach Park Continued
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Anahola Beach Park
Anahola is known as the most Hawaiian of all communities on Kauai,
so Anahola Beach Park is a good place for families and small
children. The Beach park has a well maintained and tranquil
campsite for everyone. A wide reef forms a protective swimming area
and provides for interesting snorkeling trips. Bring your fishing gear
and test your skills. You can also hike along the old sugar cane fields
along the coast.
Amenities: Potable water, bathrooms and shower facilities, picnic
tables and county lifeguards.
Tidbits: Everyone should qualify for their fishing and cooking merit
badges at this site.
Contact: County Of Kauai, Park and Recreation, 4444 Rice Street Ste
150, Lihue, HI 96766 Telephone 808-241-6660
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Anahola Beach Park Continued
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Lydgate Beach Park
Lydgate park Camp Ground (Closed every Tuesday from 10am to 12 noon Thursday for maintenance)
Lydgate State Park, located on Leho Drive, south of the Kaua'i
Resort, was named for the Reverend John M. Lydgate, a onceprominant civic leader on Kaua'i and former pastor of Lihu’e Union
Church and Koloa Church. He was a noted authority on Hawaiian
literature, folklore, legends, and land titles. Lydgate served a term
as Territorial land agent for Kaua'i, was a managing director of
McBryde Sugar Company, and was the editor of the Garden Island
newspaper for a time before his death in Lihu’e on November 28,
1922.
The park is located on the shoreline near the mouth of the Wailua
River. It is one of the most popular beach parks on Kaua'i and
attracts many swimmers, picnickers, campers, fishermen, surfers,
divers, and beachcombers. Windsurfers also visit the area when
south, or kona, winds offer favorable sailing conditions for this side
of the island.
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Lydgate Park Continued
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Lydgate Park Continued
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Hanamaulu Beach Park
Open Thursday , Friday and Saturdays only and certain school holidays. Closed Sunday Through
Wednesday
Hanamaulu Beach is located 3 miles north of Lihue and is protected from the ocean by the large Hanamaulu
Bay and breakwater and Ahukini Landing. The beach was used as a backdrop for the film “Donavan’s Reef”
starring John Wayne and Lee Marvin. The beach has plenty of Ironwood trees which provide ample shade.
The beach lies next to Hanamaulu Stream.
Hanamaulu Beach park has a nice pavilion and has bathrooms and outside cold showers along with picnic
tables and a large paved parking area.
As with all Hawaiian Beaches and ocean areas, conditions can sometimes become dangerous. Be
completely aware of ocean conditions prior to entering the water. As with all Hawaii Beaches it is possible
that Sharks, Jelly fish and other sea creatures which can provide potential harm to people, are present at
this beach. Hanamaulu Beach does not have a lifeguard so it is essential to practice Boy Scout Safe
Swimming.
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Hanamaulu Beach Park Continued
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Salt Pond Park
Named after the nearby traditional Hawaiian salt collecting ponds. Salt Pond Beach park has it all. A County
of Kauai beach park with full utilities. Salt Pond Park is always in high demand by both Local residents and
visitors alike. Early reservations are highly recommended for these oceanfront campsites with all of the
comforts of home.
The park has several pavilions and several bathrooms and outdoor showers. Potable water and barbecue
stations.
The beach has a naturally enclosed swimming area which is perfect for small children along with lifeguards
You may be lucky and see a sleeping monk seal snoozing on the sand at Salt Pond.
As with all Hawaii beach parks you still need to be cautious with the ocean. As many of us who grew up in
Hawaii have been told over and over again, “Never turn your back on the Ocean”
Contact the County of Kauai Parks and Recreation
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Salt Pond Beach Park Continued
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Lucy Wright Park
Named in honor of the first native Hawaiian schoolteacher, This beach is on the western banks of the
Waimea River. It is also where Captain James Cook first came ashore in the Hawaiian Islands in 1778.
Right Across the Waimea river, lies the remains of Fort Elizabeth, known better to residents of Kauai as the
Russian Fort. The fort was built in 1817 by the Russian-American Company as a result of an alliance with
High Chief Kaumuali’i. Although High Chief Kaumuali`I had proclaimed allegiance to Kamehameha in 1810,
Kaumuali`I hoped that he could maintain his own Kingdom with the help of the Russians. The fort was built
in the shape of an irregular octagon. In 1817 when Georg Anton Schaffer, the builder found out that he did
not have the backing of Tsar Alexander, he was forced to leave in the fall of 1817. Captain Alexander
Adams replaced the Russian flag with the new Kingdom of Hawaii flag. Kaumuali`i’s son Prince George
tried to lead a rebellion against the fort in 1824 but failed and was imprisoned in the fort. It was abandoned
in 1853.
This park is used by residents and visitors alike. It often is the site of a Baby Luau or graduation parties.
Amenities: One cabana, a detached bathroom, outdoor showers and potable water. Since the park is on the
mouth of the Waimea river the water is frequently cloudy with sediment especially after rainfall.
Contact the County of Kauai, Parks and Recreation. 4444 Rice Street, Ste 150, Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii 96766.
Telephone 808-241-6660
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State of Hawaii Camping and Lodging
Kauai
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State of Hawaii Camping and Lodging Kauai
The State of Hawaii has several Camping areas and lodging
available.
Camping and lodging permits may be reserved and purchased up to one year in advance. The only exceptions
to this are for all parks on the island of Oahu, and for Mauna Kea SRA and Kiholo SPR on the island of Hawaii,
where permits can be applied for no more than 30 days in advance.
Permitees are allowed to reserve no more than one campsite or cabin in any given park at a time.
Rental of cabins or campsites for commercial uses is prohibited except by special use permit.
The simplest way to to make a camping or lodging reservation and payment is to do so from home, 24 hours a
day, via our new electronic permits portal, which is also the most convenient way to check site availability.
The Division of State Parks (DSP) no longer accepts mail-in permit applications. All permits for
camping and lodging must be paid for in full at the time of reservation. DSP no longer accepts partial
deposits for lodging.
Customers may also purchase permits in person at one of the District Offices. Offices are open Monday-Friday, 8
am-3:30 pm Hawaii time. Offices are closed on State Holidays and furlough days.
NOTE: DUE TO THE CURRENT STATE OF HAWAII FISCAL CRISIS, DSP MAY HAVE REDUCED PERMIT ISSUANCE
HOURS ON AN OCCASIONAL AND REOCCURING BASIS. WE APOLOGIZE FOR THIS INCONVENIENCE.
Accepted forms of payment for walk-in customers include credit card, cash, cashier's check, certified check.
postal money order or bank money order. Checks are to be made payable to the Department of Land and
Natural Resources. Personal or business checks will be accepted only if payment is received more than 30 days
before the check-in date, therefore checks are not accepted for Oahu camping.
REFUND POLICY
NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN IF REQUESTED LESS THAN 15 DAYS OR MORE IN ADVANCE OF CHECK-IN DATE NO EXCEPTIONS.
Refunds for credit card purchases will be credited electronically to your account, minus non-refundable service
fee and cancellation fee, if the refund request is made within 45 days of purchase. After 45 days and for all
non-credit card purchases, refund requests will be issued by check and may take up to 12 weeks to process.
A cancellation fee of $5 PER PERMIT will be deducted from all refund requests. Administrative fees incurred at
the time of purchase are also non-refundable.
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Camping Fee Schedule
All State Parks (except Napali Coast SWP, Kaua'i):
Hawaii Residents: $12 per campsite per night for up to 6 persons; $2 per night for each additional person*.
Maximum fee per site: $20/night.
Non-residents: $18 per campsite per night for up to 6 persons; $3 per night for each additional person*.
Maximum fee per site: $30/night.
*chlidren 2 and under free
Napali Coast State Wilderness Park, Kaua'i:
Hawaii Residents: $15 per person per night.
Non-residents: $20 per person per night.
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Kauai State Parks
1.
Ahukini State Recreational Pier
2.
Ha`ena State Park
3.
Koke`e State Park
4.
Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park
5.
Polihale State Park
6.
Russian Fort Elisabeth State Historical Park
7.
Wailua River State Park
8.
Waimea Canyon State Park
9.
Waimea State Recreation Pier
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Camping is offered at three state parks on Kauai. Koke`e State Park, Polihale
State Park and backcountry camping to experienced backpakers and hikers
along a stunning rugged coastline at Napali Coast State Wilderness Park. Due to
the high demand for Napali Coast camping permits special rules and fees apply.
Koke`e State Park
Lodging
The Lodge at Koke’e offers cabins, dormitories or newer units with
separate bedrooms; all sleep six and include cooking utensils, bedding,
and linens. The newer units have wood floors and cedar walls. Enjoy
the peace -- there are no phones or televisions. The lodge has a
cocktail lounge, restaurant, and gift shop.
Reservations and inquiries should be made directly to the
Concessionaire:
Cabin Photos are currently unavailable.
THE LODGE AT KOKE'E
P.O. Box 367
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 335-6061
http://www.thelodgeatkokee.net
info@thelogeatkokee.net
Kokee State Park Campsite
Located 15 miles north of Kekaha on Kokee Road ( Highway 550) at 3600 feet elevation adjoins
Waimea Canyon State park
New Camping Rates:
Hawaii Residents: $12 per campsite per night for up to 6 persons; $2 per night for each additional person*.
Maximum fee per site: $20/night.
Non-residents: $18 per campsite per night for up to 6 persons; $3 per night for each additional person*.
Maximum fee per site: $30/night.
*chlidren 2 and under free
Kokee State park offers commanding views of Waimea Canyon and Kalalau Valley from the 4000 foot high
lookout. Wildland picnicking and hiking in native rain forest and tent camping and lodging and hunting are
available at this park situated along the rim of Waimea Canyon. The park also offers trout fishing and even a
restaurant. Drinking Water restrooms and a payphone are available at Kokee Lodge. Kokee due to it’s elevation
can get cold in the evenings so a warm jacket is recommended it also can get damp especially during the winter
when rainfall is frequent.
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Kalalau Valley
Waimea Canyon
Kokee State Park Campsite
North of Waimea Canyon Kauai’s west side is Kokee State Park. Spread over 4,345 acres on a
plateau 3,200 to 4,200 feet above sea level, Kokee State Park is covered in forest, wild flowers
and hiking trails making it an excellent spot to see native plants and colorful endemic Hawaiian
forest birds like the apapane, iwi and moa. The park also offers roughly 45 miles of the state's
finest hiking trails. Some trails lead to views of Waimea Canyon, others wind through wet
forests with sweeping views of valleys opening up to the North Shore.
The Kokee Natural History Museum a must-stop shop for information about the park and the
trails. Exhibits will give you an overview of the park and Waimea Canyon. Staff will also provide
you with helpful assistance, advice and information on trail and weather conditions.
Beyond the museum and the Lodge at Kokee (12 rustic rental cabins for campers) are two
amazing lookouts. Both the Kalalau Lookout and the Puu O Kila Lookout offer commanding
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views of the Kalalau Valley stretching out to the sea. This view offers a glimpse at the towering
cliffs of the Napali Coast. Note that the temperature drops as you climb up to the 3,200 to
4,200 foot elevations of the park. Temperatures range from 45 degrees in January to 68
degrees in July with annual rainfall of about 70 inches, so remember to dress warmly.
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Kokee State Park Backcountry
Kawaikoi Camp
Kawaiko`i Camp is a primitive camp along Mohihi Road. It is located
approximately 4 miles from park headquarters. Campers can access this camp
with a four-wheel drive vehicle or foot. Kawaiko`i camp offers easy access to
Kawaiko`i stream Trail and Alaka`i Swamp Trail. A permit is required from the
Kauai Division of Forestry to use this campground. Facilities include composting
toilets, picnic tables under pavilions. Water is available from Kawaiko`i stream
but must be treated. Due to it’s elevation it gets cool in the evenings (40-50) so
pack some warm clothes and sleeping bags.
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Sugi Grove Campsite
The Sugi Grove campsite is located approximately 3/4 mile past the boundary
into the Na Pali-Kona Forest Reserve along the Mohihi-Camp 10 Road. This
shady campground which sits above the bank of the Kawaikoi Stream is located
within an old Sugi pine plantation and is equipped with a picnic shelter and
composting toilet. It is right across the stream from Kawaikoi Campground. Due
to its high Elevation it gets cool in the evenings (50s occasional 40s) Bring warm
clothes and bedding.
Photo Courtesy of State of Hawaii DLNR
Napali Coast State Wilderness Park offers backcountry camping to
experienced backpackers and hikers along a stunning rugged coastline.
Due to the high demand for Napali Coast camping permits, special rules
and fees apply.
New Rates:
Hawaii Residents: $15 per person per night.
Non-residents: $20 per person per night.
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Campers, Camper Vans and Trailers
Kaua'i's State Park campgrounds are not set up for camping in
vehicles, including campers, vans and trailers. Sleeping in vehicles in
our campground parking lots is therefore not allowed.
Kalalau Valley - Along the Na Pali coast
Na Pali Coast from Ke`e Beach
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Polihale
At the end of a 5 mile dusty, (in the summer) rough unimproved road
is the largest beach in the entire State of Hawaii stretching 15 miles
along Kauai’s west shore. The Beach is also the widest averaging 300
feet during the summer months. It is backed by dunes some of them
100 feet above sea level. Due to the beaches’ remoteness and the
eerie quality of it’s beauty, Polihale beach literally means Home of the
underworld. In Hawaiian it is believed that it is here where the souls of
the dead depart for Po, the underworld. The park encompasses 140
acres and is located at the first 2.25 miles at the northern end of the
beach. To the north is the Na Pali coast and to the South the Pacific
Missle Range Facility. The shoreline fronting the Missle Facility and all
the way up to Barking Sands Beach is off limits to the public. Barking
Sands is also known as Keonekani o Nohili ( The sounding sands of
Nohili )
Polihale host camping and picnicking. Swimming is discouraged as it is
often rough with big surf since it does not have a barrier reef and gets
waves directly from the open ocean with often strong rip currents.
Due to it’s remoteness, drinking water should be brought in and the
restroom facilities may or not be working.
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Polihale Continued
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Camp Alan Faye
Located in the cool, high mountains of Koke'e State Park
(est. 2400 feet elevation) on the island of Kaua'i, adjacent
to the famous Waimea Canyon, the 'Grand Canyon of the
Pacific', 13 miles from the town of Waimea. Camp Alan
Faye provides six campsites with water and conveniently
located latrines and a central shower facility serves the
camp. Camp Alan Faye is a troop led program with staff
support. Bring your own tents, and food for cooking in your
campsite. For experienced high adventure backpackers,
Kauai's Na Pali Coast, west of the camp has sea caves
and white beaches hidden away at the base of steep
mountains accessible only by rugged hiking trails. The
area is rich with many of Hawaii's endangered species,
Native Hawaiian trees, local plants and many wild birds.
MISSION STATEMENT
The purpose of Camp Alan Faye is to serve the needs of each Scout by providing a quality
opportunity for Scouts to learn within a safe and supportive environment and to serve the
members of the Aloha Council by continually improving the quality of our product through
management and leadership dedicated to excellence.
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Camp Alan Faye Continued
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