Areas reopen at Puuhonua o Honaunua NHP following high surf

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The royal grounds, puuhonua (refuge quarters) and picnic area at Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park are open Tuesday, park officials said.

The royal grounds, puuhonua (refuge quarters) and picnic area at Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park are open Tuesday, park officials said.

However, the shoreline remains closed because of high surf.

Park officials ask the public to be aware of the possibility of temporary closures Wednesday because of the high surf.

For updated information, visit nps.gov/puho or call the park’s visitor center at 328-2326 ext. 1702.