South Kona wilderness area; establishment
HRS §6E-81
in effect6E-81. South Kona wilderness area; establishment
There is established the south Kona wilderness area on the island of Hawaii in the area described in section 6E-82 to be administered by the department of land and natural resources for the preservation of the visual, cultural, biological, and historical aspects of the lands covered in this part and to:
(1) Preserve the extensive archaeological sites in
the area, including ancient homesites, a holua slide, a heiau, and burial
caves;
(2) Preserve and protect native Hawaiian plants and
animals currently in the area;
(3) Provide for a wilderness area with minimal
manmade structures;
(4) Permit limited non-vehicular access for
recreational purposes, such as fishing, swimming, and exploration; and
(5) Prevent additional development in the area.
[L
2011, c 178, pt of §2]
Source: Hawaii State Legislature (capitol.hawaii.gov), via Internet Archive capturesURL: http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/hrscurrent/Vol01_Ch0001-0042F/HRS0006E/HRS_0006E-0081.htmFetched: 11/10/2026
