Posted on Jul 22, 2025 in DOCARE, Main, News Releases, slider JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR DAWN CHANG CHAIRPERSON ENFORCEMENT MEASURES INCREASING AS SACRED FALLS REMAINS CLOSED Click on photo to view video HONOLULU –Despite clearly posted park closure and hazardous conditions signs, people are continuing to ignore the risks and enter Sacred Falls State Park. The DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DOCARE) recently received information and video of numerous young adults exiting the closed area by climbing over a locked gate. A tragic rockslide claimed eight lives on Mother’s Day 1999 and the site has been off limits ever since. Even with numerous past press releases, clearly posted signs warning of dangerous conditions and numerous past incidents involving injuries, some people continue to gamble with their safety and their lives by entering Sacred Falls. “How many times do we have to tell people to stop going into Sacred Falls?” asked DOCARE Chief Jason Redulla. “I have directed the Oahu Branch to take strong enforcement action on any closed area violations at Sacred Falls, including arresting violators,” he said. DOCARE is increasing patrols of the area. “People who enter Sacred Falls are not only endangering themselves, they also endanger the
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7/22/25 – ENFORCEMENT MEASURES INCREASING AS SACRED FALLS REMAINS CLOSED
7/22/25 – ENFORCEMENT MEASURES INCREASING AS SACRED FALLS REMAINS CLOSED