Mauna Kea State Recreation Area, State recreation area at Saddle Road, Hawaii County, United States.
The recreation area spans 20.5 acres at 6,500 feet elevation between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa volcanoes, offering direct views of both mountains.
The park management transferred from Hawaii state to Hawaii County administration in 2014 to implement facility improvements and infrastructure upgrades.
The recreation area serves as a gateway for outdoor activities including regulated hunting of wild sheep, pigs, and birds in designated zones.
Visitors find essential amenities including restrooms, cabins, camping areas, drinking water stations, and waste disposal facilities throughout the grounds.
The location experiences temperature variations requiring winter clothing at night despite Hawaii's typically warm climate due to its high elevation position.
Location: Hawaii County
Website: https://hawaiicounty.ehawaii.gov/camping/all,details,57934.html
GPS coordinates: 19.74920,-155.52600
Latest update: March 14, 2025 08:42
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