Kalopa State Recreation Area

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Kalopa State Recreation Area


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Kalopa State Recreation Area sits in a 100-acre ohia forest at an elevation of 2,000 feet on the Big Island. With an annual average rainfall of 90 inches, Kalopa is a true rain forest.

A .7-mile loop nature trail makes an easy family hike through an old ohia forest. Another trail leads through a forest of eucalyptus trees to Kalopa Gulch in the adjoining forest reserve, where there are more hiking trails and a two-mile bridle path.

Park facilities include rental cabins and a three-site tent camping area with a cold-water shower and flush toilet.

Facilities: The Kalopa State Recreation Area provides restrooms, picnic tables, and fire grills.

Reservations: Reservations are required to camp at the Kalopa State Recreation Area.

Best Time To Visit: The Kalopa State Recreation Area is open year round.

Fees: There are no fees charged to enter the Kalopa State Recreation Area. Overnight camping fees will apply.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: Be sure to know all park rules and regulations which are posted in the park.

Directions: The Kalopa State Recreation Area is located on the northwestern side of the Big Island. The site is three miles inland from Mamalahoa Highway, approximately five miles southeast of Honokaa.

Address

Hawaii State Parks

75 Aupuni Street

P.O. Box 936

Hilo, Hawaii 96721-0936

Phone
General: (808) 974-6200

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