Maui’s state parks administrator says toll booths planned for Makena State Park will only support existing fee collection, not implement reservation systems. This contradicts 2023 statements from DLNR about considering visitor controls at the popular beach.
- State parks administrator denies toll booths are for reservation systems or new access restrictions at Big Beach.
- Toll booths described as infrastructure to house staff who already collect fees at the park.
- Parking improvements will formalize existing gravel areas without adding new spaces.
- 2023 DLNR statements about considering reservation systems and fencing still raise visitor concerns.
- State emphasizes no planned changes to existing beach access or management policies.
Source: Beatofhawaii
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