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Kalalau Trail Articles
Beginner’s Honeymoon Trip Report
Basic info: I'm athletic in my late 20s, little to no hiking experience but lots of conditioning. My wife is mid 20s,...
10 Places that make Crawler’s Ledge look simple
Crawler's Ledge is one of the most feared parts of the Kalalau Trail. I imagine it has kept many would-be hikers away...
Videos of the Kalalau Trail
15 years ago it wasn’t easy to find reliable information, let alone photos and/or videos about Kalalau online. That’s the main reason that I started this site back in 2002. I wanted it to be easier to find trail information for others than it was for me. Now days, with modern technology, it seems there’s a never ending supply of new photos and videos popping up.
Hiker Recalls Series of Miracles at Kalalau that Saved his Life
Will Schumacher will never forget the remarkable series of events that led to broken neck as well as his rescue. Will was on an annual church outing to Kalalau Beach on Friday, August 29, 2014 where he was jumping and playing in the waves.
One dead, one injured in Kalalau Trail accident
The Coast Guard (Honolulu Command Center) responded to a medevac request from the Kauai Fire Department late on Thursday night, August 28, 2014. A 24-year old hiker had reportedly fallen from a remote part of the Kalalau Trail, along the Na Pali Coast of Kauai. The Coast Guard arrived on scene around 12:04 am on Friday.
10 Trek-Worthy Beaches Around the World
They all were mentioned in an article about “10 Trek-Worthy Beaches Around the World” published this week. None of the beaches are easy to get to. There are no parking lots adjacent to these beaches. That makes each of the beaches a reward for hard work. Kalalau Beach tops the list. Here’s what was said about Kalalau:
National Recognition Given to Kauai Firefighters for Kalalau Rescue
Several Kauai Firefighters were given national recognition for their part in the rescue of 121 hikers stranded at Hanakapiai when the stream flooded. They were awarded the 2014 International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Benjamin Franklin Fire Service Award for Valor. The ceremony was held in Dallas, Texas. They were nominated for the award by one of the persons rescued back in April.
Should You Hike the Dangerous Kalalau Trail?
he Kalalau Trail is one of the most beautiful hikes on the planet. Hiking along the Napali Coast is awe inspiring and I wish everybody could experience it for themselves. Unfortunately, not every one should hike the trail. The trail is very dangerous. I can’t recommend it for those who aren’t in good shape.
Kalalau Trail Hiker Swept Down Hanakoa Stream
On Friday, 2 days after the Kalalau Trail was closed due to Storms Iselle and Julio approaching, a 19-year old woman was swept downstream while attempting to cross the stream at Hanakoa. The woman, who had been camping at Kalalau with a 24-year old male friend, was last seen as she was swept away downstream. The friend attempted to find her as he made his way down to the shore but was unsuccessful. He then hiked out to contact authorities.
Babymoon Hotspots on Kauai, Hawaii
Kalalau made it on the list of Babymoon Hotspots on Kauai published this week. What’s a babymoon? USA Today explains it this way: “Babymaking can be exhausting, and babymakers need a break every now and then.
Trail Run Kalalau Trail to Hanakapiai Falls
This is one of the best trails I have ever been on.