kalalau trail Archives

New Reservation System for Kalalau Trail Explained

by Dacy | Jan 10, 2026 | Articles | 0

Starting February 1, 2026, hikers must use the new Explore Outdoor Hawaiʻi reservation platform to book Kalalau Trail permits. Users need to create a new account as old credentials won’t work. Permits will still release 90 days in advance, and separate arrangements for parking are necessary.

Essential Guide to Visiting Kalalau Trail: Plan Ahead

by Dacy | Jan 10, 2026 | Day Use, Featured, Tips | 0

Don’t be stuck unable to visit the trail because you didn’t plan ahead.

KPD Officer Carries Hiker to Safety on Kalalau Trail

by Dacy | Aug 25, 2025 | Articles, Featured, News, Video | 0

An inspiring story of bravery and compassion that unfolded on the Kalalau Trail, highlighting the dedication of the Kaua’i Police Department.

Surviving the Impossible: Miracle on the Kalalau Trail

by Dacy | Aug 6, 2024 | Articles, Featured, Hanakāpīʻai Falls, News, Travel Logs, Weather | 0

Rich Greenberg’s life took an extraordinary turn on a seemingly ordinary family vacation to Kauai. What began as a joyful hike on the Kalalau Trail to Hanakapi’ai Falls turned into a harrowing ordeal that would test the limits of human endurance and the power of the human spirit.

Hikers Rescued After Fall From The Kalalau Trail

by Dacy | Mar 2, 2024 | Articles, News | 0

On Wednesday, February 28, 2024 shortly after noon the Kauai Fire Department received a call...

Mistakes People Make when Planning to Hike the Kalalau Trail

by Dacy | Apr 7, 2023 | Articles, Featured | 0

The Kalalau Trail is a rugged trail that includes steep climbs and descents.

Preparing to hike the famous Kalalau Trail.

by Dacy | Mar 22, 2023 | Articles, Featured, Tips | 0

The Kalalau Trail is a 11-mile trail that runs along the Nāpali Coast on the island of Kauai in...

Kalalau Trail Permits are Now Available

by Dacy | Jun 16, 2020 | News | 0

Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park permits are now available on the State’s website. Permits can be purchased up to 30 days prior to your visit.

Top Reasons You NEED to Experience Kalalau Trail

by Dacy | Mar 31, 2020 | Articles, Featured | 0

Stretching for a total of 11 miles and perfectly sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and the...

First 2-miles of the Kalalau Trail to reopen with requirements

by Dacy | Mar 24, 2020 | News | 0

Hawaii State Parks has announced that the Kalalau Trail to Hanakapiʻai (parking in Hāʻena SP) is slated to reopen on Saturday, May 2 for access for ocean recreation, mauka trail use, and general exercise.

When a Storm Hits

by Dacy | Jan 20, 2020 | Video, Weather | 0

Even with best laid plans, you can’t control the weather. This was our experience when a storm hit the north shore of Hawaii’s Kauai island a day before forecasted, leaving us and a number of other hikers stranded on the Kalalau Trail overnight. We battled treacherous paths and 100km/h wind gusts as we navigated back from the beautiful Kalalau Beach.