HONOLULU (KHON2) -- Access to Kahaualea Natural Area Reserve on Hawaii Island will be restored starting October 4, 2024, at noon. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The Kahaualea Trail, also known as the Captain’s Trail, will reopen simultaneously. ‘It’s a great hike for pet owners wanting an adventure’: Hawaiʻi hikes The reserve had been closed since mid-September due to unsafe conditions linked to volcanic activity at Kilauea Volcano. Hawaii LGBT Legacy Foundation unveils Honolulu Pride 2024 schedule With the recent decrease in activity, public access can now be reinstated. The Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) advises visitors to check eruption information on the U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory website before planning their trip. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news For further details about trail closures and Natural Area Reserves on the Big Island, contact DOFAW at 808-974-4221.