The Refuge will be closed beginning February 16th through April 30th for major infrastructure improvements including widening of the main entrance road, enhanced markings, drainage, and repair of the main waterline as a result of flooding events. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming visitors upon re-opening!
KĪLauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
Visiting hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
We are closed some Saturdays before major Federal holidays. For a full schedule go to our events page . The overlook at the end of Kīlauea Road is always accessible to view the ocean, seabirds, Kīlauea Point and the lighthouse from a distance.
Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge is located on the northern-most point in the main Hawaiian Islands on a portion of the former Kīlauea volcanic vent and includes spectacular views from a 180-foot ocean bluff.
The Refuge is one of the best places on the main Hawaiian Islands to view some of the largest populations of nesting seabirds found in Hawai‘i. Visitors also have a chance to view humpback whales (November through April), spinner dolphins, Hawaiian monk seals, green sea turtles, native Hawaiian coastal plants and Hawai‘i’s state bird - the nēnē, or Hawaiian goose.
The refuge is also home to the Daniel K. Inouye Kīlauea Point Lighthouse. The lighthouse, with its 2nd-order Fresnel lens, played a key role in the first trans-Pacific flight from the West Coast to Hawai‘i. The Kīlauea Point Light Station is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been part of a rich history since it was built in 1913. Visit our website for more information.
Visiting hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
We are closed some Saturdays before major Federal holidays. For a full schedule go to our events page . The overlook at the end of Kīlauea Road is always accessible to view the ocean, seabirds, Kīlauea Point and the lighthouse from a distance.
Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge is located on the northern-most point in the main Hawaiian Islands on a portion of the former Kīlauea volcanic vent and includes spectacular views from a 180-foot ocean bluff.
The Refuge is one of the best places on the main Hawaiian Islands to view some of the largest populations of nesting seabirds found in Hawai‘i. Visitors also have a chance to view humpback whales (November through April), spinner dolphins, Hawaiian monk seals, green sea turtles, native Hawaiian coastal plants and Hawai‘i’s state bird - the nēnē, or Hawaiian goose.
The refuge is also home to the Daniel K. Inouye Kīlauea Point Lighthouse. The lighthouse, with its 2nd-order Fresnel lens, played a key role in the first trans-Pacific flight from the West Coast to Hawai‘i. The Kīlauea Point Light Station is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been part of a rich history since it was built in 1913. Visit our website for more information.
The Refuge will be closed beginning February 16th through April 30th for major infrastructure improvements including widening of the main entrance road, enhanced markings, drainage, and repair of the main waterline as a result of flooding events. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming visitors upon re-opening!
There is a $1.00 non-refundable reservation fee per ticket.
It is a five-minute walk on a paved path with a slight uphill grade to get from the parking lot to the point. For visitors needing assistance, a golf cart is available by request at the fee-booth.
Entry tickets will be available for advanced reservations starting 60 days in advance.
Reservation Fee: There is a $1.00 non-refundable reservation fee per ticket.
You may cancel your ticket up to 24 hours in advance of your reserved entrance time by viewing your purchase in your Rec.gov account and choosing "Cancel" for a refund. There are no refunds for the $1.00 reservation fee per ticket. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to reservation time are non-refundable but greatly appreciated as it opens reservations to others. Modifications to reservations are not allowed. In order to change your reservation, you must cancel your existing reservation and create a new one.
3500 Kīlauea Rd. P.O. Box 1128 Kīlauea HI 96754
(808) 828-1413
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