Scattering of Ashes in HI
The scattering of cremated human remains in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park should be planned as a small private affair, held away from high visitor use areas. You are welcome to hold your ceremony anywhere the general public may go, with the exception of Halema ‘uma’u Crater as it is a location of high visitation and a sacred site to many Native Hawaiians. Several important conditions must be considered in your plans and are listed below.
A scattering of cremated human remains application must be completed for your ceremony to be held in the park. Please return or fax the completed form to the address on the form. A copy of the death certificate is required. A Special Use Permit may then be granted for the event. Please contact Walt Poole at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, (808) 985-6027, if you have any questions.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park entrance fees will apply.
Special Use Permit Conditions for Scattering of Cremated Human Remains
- Scattering is not permitted at or in the Halema ‘uma’u Crater.
- Scattering must take place in such a manner and in such a location that the ashes will not be located and identified as human remains.
- No memorials, plaques, photos, or flowers will be left in the park.
- The permittee recognizes and is aware of the sensitivity of this activity and agrees to perform it in a discreet and private manner.
- Established entrance fees are required and this permit does not waive those fees.
- All instructions by National Park Service personnel must be followed.
- All local, state, and federal rules and regulations must be followed.
- Violation of the terms and conditions of the permit may result in the immediate revocation of the permit and/or other law enforcement action.
