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DLNR Reopens Select Lands on Kauaʻi Following Hurricane Lowell

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What happened

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The Department of Land and Natural Resources announced the limited reopening of select lands on Kauaʻi on Monday, September 21, 2026, at 6:30 a.m. Most lands remain closed due to widespread damage from Hurricane Lowell. Reopening includes Wailua River State Park, but strict restrictions apply, such as prohibiting individual kayakers in the Fern Grotto. Trails in Puʻu ka Pele Forest Reserve remain closed until further notice.

From hawaiinewsnow.com, mauinow.com

Why it matters

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The limited reopening allows for some recreational activities, but widespread closures and safety restrictions on trails and campgrounds limit public access. This affects the operational capacity of businesses that rely on public land access for tourism and recreation.

The County Government on Kaua'i Island is organizing recovery efforts following the passage of Hurricane Lowell.

From hawaiinewsnow.com, mauinow.com

Who's involved

  • Dave DayDLNR First Deputy Director involved in recovery efforts
  • KauaʻiLocation where recovery efforts are taking place
  • DOCAREOrganization that cooperates with DLNR to enforce closures

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