Pearl Harbor NWR was established in 1972 as mitigation for construction of the Honolulu International Airport Reef Runway. The Honouliuli and Waiawa Units are managed under a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Navy. The Kalaeloa Unit, once part of the former Barber's Point Naval Air Station, was established during mil
Maybe — confirm before you go.
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- Fee type Fee unknown — The fee structure here is unconfirmed.
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Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Pearl Harbor National Wildlife Refuge — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — This U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you fish at Pearl Harbor National Wildlife Refuge?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Palehua Road, Keaunui Drive Shared Path, Fort Weaver Road Shared Path. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — Pearl Harbor National Wildlife Refuge is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Often restricted to protect wildlife — many refuges limit or prohibit pets. Check this refuge before you go.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Wildlife Refuge land.
Nearby sites
Photograph by R. H. Lodge. Courtesy of Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i / Hawaii’s Plantation Vil National Park Service Honouliuli National Historic Site
ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
NPS Photo National Park Service Pearl Harbor National Memorial
ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
