Current through September, 2024
Section 10-4-34 - Use of parksThe following minimum restrictions apply to department parks:
(1) The use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited;(2) Boating vessels or any similar buoyant devices are prohibited where posted;(3) The construction of any buildings, facilities, memorials, or other similar structures is strictly prohibited except-with written permission from the department;(4) Fires may be built only in areas where the fire can be confined to fireplaces or grills. No person shall allow a fire to burn in a manner that surrounding shrubs, grasses, trees, or structures will be damaged. Fires shall not be left unattended. Portable stoves or warming devices may be used in designated camping and picnicking areas unless otherwise prohibited;(5) All geologic, historic, and archaeological features must be left undisturbed;(6) Unreasonably loud noises or unreasonably loud amplified music is prohibited. The decibel level standards shall comply with chapter 342F, HRS, state rules, and county ordinances;(7) Activities which may cause disturbances are prohibited unless generally allowed within specific areas of the park. A list of examples of prohibited activities, if any, shall be established by the department in consultation with the park advisory council. This list shall be posted within the district office;
(8) Driving and parking of vehicles is allowed only on defined roads and in designated parking areas. Vehicles illegally parked or left unattended in closed areas may be impounded or towed to a place of storage, with towing and storage fines charged pursuant to Section 290-11, HRS.(9) Pets and other animals shall be leashed or otherwise under physical restrictive control at all times, and are not permitted where signs prohibiting animals are posted. Persons responsible for any animal on the premises shall also be responsible for the clean up and proper disposal of animal droppings and for restoration for any damage caused by the animal;(10) Except for maintenance authorized by the department, plants are to be left undisturbed. Where permitted by the department, reasonable quantities of plant material such as leaves, flowers, fruits and seeds may be gathered for personal use;(11) Skating, skateboarding, and golfing are prohibited unless otherwise posted;(12) Soliciting or panhandling is prohibited. The sale of any goods, food, or services are prohibited unless specifically allowed in writing by the department; such permission will require the appropriate health and other public permits;
(13) All waste must be placed in trash cans. Trash from large events must be bagged, securely tied, and disposed of appropriately. The department may require that trash from large events be removed from the premises by park users;(14) Wildlife and their habitats must be left undisturbed except where hunting and fishing are permitted subject to all applicable federal, state and county laws, rules, and regulations;(15) Picnicking. A person may picnic in the parks except in designated campgrounds and in those locations where prohibited; the department shall post appropriate signage. The department may also establish reasonable limitations on the length of time any person may use picnicking facilities; and(16) All criminal activities prohibited under federal and state laws or county ordinances are also prohibited on Hawaiian home lands. [Eff and comp 10/26/98] (Auth: HHC Act §222) (Imp: HHC Act §204)