Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge

Office hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 9 am to 5:00pm HST.
Our office is closed on most federal holidays.

General Contacts

General Inquiries Kaua‘i National Wildlife Refuge Complex (808) 828-1413 P.O. Box 1128 Kīlauea, Hawai‘i 96754	Visitor Services Manager Jennifer Waipa (808) 828-1413 x301
Youth Programs / Environmental Education KauaiNWRC_Education@fws.gov	Volunteer Opportunities Kathleen Viernes (808) 828-1413 x302 KauaiNWRC_kokua@fws.gov

Other Contacts - Injured Wildlife

Injured Birds - On or Off Refuge

Our staff does not rehabilitate wildlife nor can we respond to incidents off-site. Instead, keep your distance from the animal and contact Kaua'i's local rehabilitation facilities. Their contact information may change periodically, please visit their website for the most up to date information.

Save Our Shearwaters - (808) 635-5117 - They prioritize rehabilitation of native species. If you are concerned about a bird or are unsure of the species please call before picking up the bird. Visit their website for more tips on rescuing birds.
Division of Forestry and Wildlife - (808) 274-3433

Hawaiian Monk Seal Response

Statewide NOAA hotline: (888) 256-9840

Reporting Sea Turtle Stranding, Entanglement, or Injury

Statewide NOAA hotline: (888) 256-9840
State of Hawaii DLNR Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR): (808) 643-3567

Email Address

jennifer_waipa@fws.gov

Draft Environmental Assessment for Kīlauea Point Refuge Access Repairs

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) has issued a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for repairs to the main entryway and associated infrastructure at the Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge (NWR).
In 2020 and 2021, severe storms damaged the main access road, adjacent parking areas, a section of ungulate fencing, and the main water line that services the Refuge. These damages need to be addressed to stop further degradation and loss of water availability, while continuing to provide safe long-term access to the Refuge. The Draft EA has been prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act, and evaluates the effects of the proposed action on the natural and human environment. The purpose of the proposed action is to repair and restore key infrastructure to provide safe access to the Refuge for staff, volunteers, and visitors.
The deadline for public comment is October 17, 2024; please submit comments by mail to the Kaua‘i National Wildlife Refuge Complex, P.O. Box 1128, Kīlauea, HI 96754, Attention: Driveway Repair Project or by email to jennifer_waipa@fws.gov.

You can find the draft environmental assessment here