Sunday 22 June 2014
The Kalalau Trail is a trail along Na Pali Coast of the island of Kauai in the state of Hawaii. The trail is very strenuous and runs approximately 11 miles along the island's north shore from Keʻe Beach to the Kalalau Valley. An experienced, very fit hiker can complete the trail in about a day, or do the entire 22 miles round trip as a day hike, but most people require two days and will camp along the trail. At this time camping is only permitted on the beach at Hanakoa Valley and Kalalau Beach. The trail is located in Na Pali Coast State Park and access is controlled for the purpose of conservation. A limited number of permits are issued for camping in Kalalau Valley every year. In spite of the efforts of the state of Hawaiʻi, many people camp at Kalalau Beach without permits. The trail starts on the north shore of the island, where the main highway ends at Keʻe Beach. The first two miles of the trail are moderately strenuous and open to the public. It is one mile uphill and one mile downhill. Source
