A woman has been cited for entering Sacred Falls State Park, a location closed under the Division of State Parks Administrative Rules. The citation falls under the Civil Resources Violation System (CRVS) for violating HAR 13-146-4 (a), which pertains to the closing of areas. This violation incurs an administrative penalty of $1,000.
DOCARE Chief Jason Redulla remarked on the situation, stating, “It’s unfortunate this man was hurt so badly, though the incident could have been avoided had the couple known about the dangers of Sacred Falls and the reason it was closed more than 25 years ago. In addition to rock falls and eroding trails, first responders like the Honolulu Fire Department and Emergency Services put their lives at risk when they have to rescue people from the closed park.”
Sacred Falls State Park has been off-limits due to hazardous conditions such as rock falls and unstable trails. Despite its closure over two decades ago, incidents continue to occur as individuals enter unlawfully.
