Kalalau Trail, Coastal trail in Kauai, Hawaii
The Kalalau Trail extends 11 miles along the Napali Coast, crossing five valleys and providing access to remote beaches through dense tropical vegetation.
Native Hawaiians initially created this pathway in the late 1800s to connect the isolated valleys where communities cultivated taro and gathered resources.
The trail traverses ancient Hawaiian settlement sites and agricultural terraces, revealing the historical connection between indigenous populations and this coastal region.
Visitors require advance permits for hiking beyond Hanakapi'ai Beach, and the trail accommodates only 900 people daily through a reservation system.
The path features multiple stream crossings and traverses steep cliffs that rise 4,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean, creating distinct microclimates along the route.
Location: Kauai County
GPS coordinates: 22.20028,-159.62028
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:29
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