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  Kalopa State Recreation Area
 
 
     
 
 
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Activities: Hiking Nearest Store, Gas, Dining: In Honoka'a about 7 miles away
   
Bathrooms: Yes, Restrooms Parking: Yes, close by
   
Best Time To Go: All year, but it is located on the rainy side of the island and at the 2000 foot level, it will definitely be a bit cooler. Time Allowed: Maximum of five nights
   
Other Facilities:
Available for all:
Picnic tables, counter space, dishwashing sinks, electric light, showers, all under cover
Cabin Users Only: Dining hall with fireplace, kitchen with utensils
Water Available: Yes, drinking water
   
Nearby: Forest reserve Type of Camping: Tent & Cabin only
   
Costs/Permits: $5 per campsite per
night.  $55 per night for 8-person
cabins, special rates for large groups.
Directions: From Hilo, take Hwy. 19 north for about 38 miles to a small sign reading Kalopa State Park. Turn left and follow signs 2 miles to park.

From Kona, take Hwy. 190 north to Waimea, then Hwy. 19 past Honoka'a. Turn right at the sign for Kalopa State Park and follow signs 2 miles to park.
 
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  OVERVIEW  
     
  Lodging, picnicking and easy family nature hike (0.7-mile loop trail) in a native 'ohi'a forest at a 2000-foot elevation. Trail passes through the beginnings of an arboretum of the Island's native plants. Additional trails in the adjoining forest reserve, including a 2-mile horse loop trail.

Kalopa State Recreation Area rents group cabins.  These accommodations consist of 8-person units provided with bunk beds, toilet facilities, and hot shower. A centrally located recreational dining hall is equipped for cooking and serving the entire group. Furnishings include a gas range, water heater, refrigerator, freezer, limited dishes, cooking and eating utensils, tables and chairs, as well as restrooms.  NOTE: As of October 1, 2009, linen, bedding and towels are no longer provided in the Kalopa cabins.
 
     
     
                 
                 
                 
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