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Hikers enjoying the Kaunala Loop (ssss1)

Why no backpacks?

Trail camping doesn’t exist in Oahu’s state parks. That leaves the Division of Forestry and Wildlife trails. Nearly all Division of Forestry and Wildlife trails are in hunting areas. Camping is permitted along some trails provided you have a permit from the Division of Forestry and Wildlife. In my judgment, this is to accommodate hunters rather than backpackers. There are also a very few trail shelters intended for use by hunters. These areas may be attractive for dayhiking, but I saw nothing to recommend them for backpacking, especially to visitors, who have the extra hassle of bringing their backpacking equipment, too.

Let’s face it: While Oahu’s dayhiking opportunities are second to none, for high-quality Hawaiian backpacking opportunities, Oahu has nothing to offer compared to the other major islands: Maui, Hawaii (the Big Island), and Kauai.

Information and resources

Division of State Parks

Dayhiking in Oahu’s state parks does not require permits as of this writing. Car camping or use of the cabins in a state park does require a permit and sometimes a fee. See ssss1 in this book. For more information, write or call: