Hanalei (Kauai) National Wildlife Refuge

Directions: The refuge is visible from an overlook 1-1/2 miles E of Hanalei or 6-1/2 miles W of Kilauea on Highway 56. Visitors can also observe wildlife from their vehicles along Ohiki Road which begins at the W end of Hanalei River Bridge. Public entry into the refuge is prohibited except by special permit.

Primary Wildlife: The refuge was established to protect the endangered Koloa (Hawaiian duck), Hawaiian gallinule, Hawaiian coot, and the Hawaiian stik -- The refuge also provides habitat for migratory shorebirds and waterfowl.

Habitat: 917 acres of river bottom land, taro farms, and wooded slopes in the Hanalei River Valley on the northern coast of Kauai.

Recreation and Education: Wildlife observation and photography. Fishing permitted from river bank.

c/o PO Box 87
Kilauea, Kauai, HI 96754
(808) 828-1413