HRS §195-12
No vehicles allowed in Kaena Point reserve
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗This law bans vehicles from the Kaena Point natural area reserve, with a few exceptions. The state can allow some people to drive in for permitted fishing and camping. Violators face penalties under another law.
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The statute, as written — Kaena point natural area reserve; vehicular access prohibited
A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
(a) The use of any vehicle within or traversing the Kaena point natural area reserve is prohibited, except as provided in this section. Any violation of this section shall be subject to section 195-8. (b) The department may adopt rules pursuant to chapter 91 to allow a limited number of persons vehicular access to the Kaena point natural area reserve for department-permitted fishing and camping activities. (c) This prohibition shall not apply to: (1) Vehicles operated by personnel or agents of the department of land and natural resources necessary for the management and maintenance of the Kaena point natural area reserve and its resources; and (2) Emergency vehicles, including emergency medical ambulances, police department vehicles, and fire department vehicles. (d) For purposes of this section, "vehicle" means every motorized device in, upon, or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn, including all-terrain vehicles and mopeds.
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