Kawaihae Harbor — north ramp
Launch Type
Skill Level
Surface / Access
Concrete ramp; wet algae, slope and the tide can make footing slippery.
Allowed Craft
Established state boating facility with a mapped launch ramp. Prepare the craft away from active lanes, launch efficiently and give working boats room.
Fees
Confirm current hand-launch, trailer-use and parking requirements with DOBOR. A mapped public ramp does not establish a fee exemption.
Parking Info
Use designated harbor vehicle spaces. Leave trailer-only spaces, ramp staging and loading docks clear; check posted parking charges.
Managing Agency
Hawaiʻi DLNR Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation
Yes — restroom/comfort station listed by DOBOR; check opening hours.
Not confirmed in the cited sources.
Not confirmed in the cited sources.
Drinking water not confirmed; bring your own.
Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.
Dedicated boat wash not confirmed; bring a small rinse supply.
No camping authorization established; use only a separately permitted campground.
Stay out of the navigation lane and do not tie up to working docks. Obtain local advice before leaving protected harbor water.
Active motorboat traffic, propellers, wakes, slippery ramp and exposed ocean beyond the harbor. Assess wind, swell and return access before launching.
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Address
Kawaihae north small-boat ramp, Kawaihae, Hawaiʻi, HI 96743
City
Kawaihae — Hawaiʻi
County / Region
Hawaiʻi
State / Country
Hawaii, United States
Coordinates
20.039617, -155.831525
From the Kawaihae highway junction follow harbor signs to the small-boat facilities north of the commercial port. Use the mapped north ramp and designated parking, staying out of secured cargo areas. Confirm the correct turn with the district office if barriers or storm repairs alter access.
Phone
808-327-3685
Hours / Season
Plan a daylight visit. Confirm posted gate hours and same-day closures before traveling.
Rentals / Marina
On-site rentals not verified; bring equipment or reserve with an island outfitter.
Accessibility
No adaptive launch verified. Sand, slope or uneven footing may require carrying assistance.
