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Dogs in Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Limited accessLeash: 6 feet maximum, at all times.

Leashed dogs are allowed in part of Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park. They are welcome in the picnic area and on two trails but not in the sacred Royal Grounds or Puuhonua areas.

Pets are permitted on the 1871 Trail and the coastal trail and in the picnic area, on a leash no longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in the Royal Grounds or the Puuhonua areas.
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Where dogs are allowed

Pets are permitted on the 1871 Trail and the coastal trail and in the picnic area, on a leash no longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in the Royal Grounds or the Puuhonua areas.

Where dogs are banned

Pets are not permitted in the Royal Grounds or in the Puuhonua areas.

Trail by trail

Dogs OK1871 TrailLeashed pets permitted, waste bags provided
Dogs OKCoastal TrailLeashed pets permitted
Dogs OKRoyal Grounds and Puuhonua areasPets not permitted

Leash rule

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

Official source
National Park Service
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Last verified 2026-07-09
Designation
National Historical Park

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park?

Leashed dogs are allowed in part of Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park. They are welcome in the picnic area and on two trails but not in the sacred Royal Grounds or Puuhonua areas. Pets are permitted on the 1871 Trail and the coastal trail and in the picnic area, on a leash no longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in the Royal Grounds or the Puuhonua areas.

What is the leash rule at Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: 1871 Trail, Coastal Trail, Royal Grounds and Puuhonua areas.

Are service animals allowed at Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.