North Shore · Challenging

Kalalau Trail to Hanakāpīʻai

The first two miles each way. Check Hāʻena access; do not swim at the beach.

Nā Pali Coast from the first two miles of Kalalau Trail · Matt Wright

Closure notice reviewed October 4, 2026: Current State Park recovery notice closes access beyond reopened Wailua areas; confirm with DLNR before any trail visit.

Plan your visit

Current State Park recovery notice closes access beyond reopened Wailua areas; confirm with DLNR before any trail visit. Check the official notice for reopening updates.

Trail details

Difficulty: Hard
Route distance: 3.5 miles
Duration: ~2.25 hr

App route estimates; distance depends on the route and starting point. Confirm access with the original trail source.

Hāʻena State Park reservation required. Swimming at Hanakāpīʻai Beach is dangerous and not recommended.

Trail map

View community-mapped paths for this trail. This map does not confirm current access or replace an official trail map.