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1. Hapuna Beach State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Lapakahi State Historical Park

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4. Kiholo State Park Reserve

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5. Kaena Point State Park

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6. Ahupua'a 'O Kahana State Park

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7. Kalopa Native Forest State Park and Recreation Area

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8. Waianapanapa State Park

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9. Wailoa River State Park and Recreation Area

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10. Pala'au State Park

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11. Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

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12. Polihale State Park

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13. Manuka State Wayside Park

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14. Keaiwa Heiau State Recreation Area

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15. Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park

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16. Koke'e State Park

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17. Akaka Falls State Park

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18. Wailuku River State Park

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19. He'eia State Park

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20. Hanauma Bay State Park

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21. Ha'ena State Park

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Hawaii brings to mind images of sun-dappled azure waters, swaying coconut palms, and footprint-free, powder-white sand beaches . Set in the middle of the Pacific, this Polynesian getaway boasts an easy-going, outdoor lifestyle. Hawaii is home to many spectacular parks, reserves and recreation areas from the molten magma flowing from Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park to the green rainforests of the Hamakua Coast (video).

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