Kalalau Trail and Hanakāpī'ai
One of the world's great coast hikes, starting at Hā'ena. The first 2 miles reach a beach, and the full 11 miles need a permit.
- Open
- Open all year, weather permitting
- Price
- Reservation at gohaena.com
- Time Needed
- 3 hours to 2 days
- Address
- Kauai, HIGoogle MapsApple Maps
- Getting There
- From Kē'ē at the end of Highway 560, by shuttle or a reserved parking spot.
Why Go
Everyone needs a day-use reservation or a camping permit. Hanakāpī'ai Beach is a 4-mile round trip, and the falls beyond are a harder 8. The full trail is narrow and exposed, so check conditions.
Tips
- Don't swim at Hanakāpī'ai: its rip currents have killed many people. Don't cross streams in flood.
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