Pala'au State Park
Hwy 470, Kaunakakai, HI 96748
234 acres · 2 miles of trails
In Kaunakakai, Hawaii, the 234-acre state park provides a Kalaupapa overlook. Leashed dogs are welcome on trails and the viewing platform, with shade, parking, and restrooms. Bring binoculars for distant views.
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- Park
- Pala'au State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Kaunakakai, Hawaii
- Coordinates
- 21.1814, -157.0244
- Size
- 234 acres
- Trail miles
- 2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Casual visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (620 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.9 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:No
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Real shade
- · 234 acres of room
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
234-acre Molokai state park with Kalaupapa overlook. Leashed dogs welcome on trails + viewing platform.
What this park has
- Shade
- Parking
- Restrooms
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