Camping is ONLY allowed, by permit, at the end of the trail at Kalalau Beach - mile 11.
The trail can be steep and narrow, so be cautious - particularly in wet and muddy sections. If you have more time and consider yourself an experienced, sure-footed, and adventurous explorer then continue on. Note: avoid swimming at the beach due to strong currents! Relax for awhile and backtrack to the car! If you only have a few hours, the most popular section of the trail ends at Hanakpia'i Beach where you can relax and watch the waves crash. The scenery is typical Napali coastline - lush vegetation, gorgeous waterfalls, and views for miles. The trail itself is generally well maintained but expect it to be muddy, slippery, rocky, and uneven in many sections. During and shortly after heavy rain, the streams on the trail can become impassable and you should wait for the water to recede rather than risk crossing a dangerous stream.The Kalalau Trail is the best of the best on Kauai! The trailhead is located in Ha'ena State Park, at the end of Kuhio Highway (Highway 560). It is also wise to bring some extra food in case there is bad weather on the day you are hiking back to the trailhead. The trail is said to be the highlight of. The scenery drastically changes from open valley to rainforest as you head into Alaka'i Swamp, the world's highest rainforest and swampland fed by the abundant precipitation on Wai'ale'ale's slopes. The water along the Kalalau Trail must be treated before drinking, so remember to either bring chemical tablets or a filter system for water purification. After two miles on the Pihea Trail is the junction with Alakai Swamp Trail. If you want to start hiking early in the morning, you may need to pick up your supplies the day before you start hiking. Be sure to pay attention to store hours though. These stores also rent backpacking and camping gear, so you can choose to rent rather than travel with trekking poles, tents, backpacks, etc. Kayak Kauai in Kapa’a and Pedal N’ Paddle in Hanalei both sell fuel and other backpacking supplies. If you plan to cook with a backpacking stove, you will need to buy fuel upon arrival since you cannot fly with stove fuel. Mosquito repellent, sunscreen, and food are essential supplies that you can either buy upon arrival or check in your luggage on a flight.
Either arrange for a pickup at a specific time in advance, or plan to hike down the road towards Haena Beach Park until you reach cell service.ĭetermine what supplies you want for the trek and figure out where you will get them. There is no cell service at the trailhead, so you will not be able to easily call for a ride. If you take a taxi, plan how you will get a ride home after finishing the trek. The disadvantage is that there have been break-ins at the parking lots near the trailhead, so you should not leave any valuables in your car.
The benefit of a rental car is flexibility and knowing your car will be there when you finish the trek. To get to the trailhead on the morning of your hike, you will either want a rental car or you can take a taxi. Being close to the trailhead ( Ke’e Beach) lets you avoid a long drive before you start hiking. You will want to get an early start on the day of your hike to beat the crowds and heat, so consider staying on the Northern or Northeastern parts of the island the night before you start your hike. Secure your accommodations and arrange your transportation to Kauai and the trailhead.
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