Accessing this trail requires a day use permit issued by Hawaii’s Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DLNR). This permit must be printed in advance and in your possession at all times when on the trail. An additional copy must also be displayed on your vehicle dashboard when on the premises. Trail users may obtain permits through the following methods:
Method 1 (Online-CURRENTLY INACTIVE) - A permit may be quickly obtained via the online link provided below. Trail users who use this method will be
charged a $2.50 service fee for the online transaction. The permit will be issued automatically after purchase.
https://trails.ehawaii.gov/camping/all,details,57933.html
Method 2 (Via Mail) - Trail users who may not wish to pay the online service fee may manually send in an application, free of purchase, to the Department of Forestry
and Wildlife, Oahu Branch. Please download and complete the form provided in the Resources section below (under Permit Application). Trail users may mail your
application packet to:
DLNR/ DOFAW
2135 Makiki Heights Dr.
Honolulu, HI 96822
Permits will be issued after the completed application has been reviewed and approved.
This may take up to 5 business days.
Method 3 (Walk-In) - Permits are also issued same-day to trail users who wish to visit our DOFAW Makiki and Downtown offices. Walk-in permits are issued free of
charge, and at the desk. Trail users may visit either of the following locations:
1151 Punchbowl St., Rm. 325
Honolulu, HI 96813
2135 Makiki Heights Dr.
Honolulu, HI 96822