Hawaii's Garden Isle is known for its beauty and charm. Ceaseless wind,
surging waves and the tropical island sun have sculpted this island into a
verdant paradise for the tropical trekker. These incessant natural forces for
over 5 million years have shaped the vertical ramparts of the Na Pali coast,
carved the Grand Canyon of the Pacific (Waimea Canyon) and have deposited
Hawaii's most dazzling beaches. Kauai, a living museum of geology, ecology and
island biology, is the perfect place from which to introduce you to the wonders
and legends of Hawaii.
Trail and
Access System - Do not use any trail or access road that is not delineated
by name and color and that may also be displayed on these maps. The marked
features are managed for public recreational use. Other trails or roads that
branch off from the public features may be on private property, and are not
managed for any public recreational use.
State Parks -
Scenic wildland park. Viewing of wet caves--ancient sea caves formed during a
higher stand of sea, probably 4,000 years ago; tradition credits Pele the
volcano goddess as having dug the caves in her search for a new home.
Beach-related activities, shore fishing, viewing of spectacular Na Pali Coast
and swimming at Ke'e Beach. Trailhead for 11-mile Kalalau Trail.
Sierra Club
Hikes - Join us on one of these great outings to explore and care for our
beautiful island. Please note the level of hiking proficiency and round-trip
mileage for each hike. Participants must sign liability waiver
Kokee Hiking Guide -
Have the right equipment. Carry adequate water, food, first-aid supplies, rain
protection, compass, flashlight, trail map (from Kokee Museum page), or trail
map from Howard's Outdoors.
Princeville Ranch Adventures -
Ranch Adventures offers exclusive ziplining, kayaking and hiking tours on
2,500 acres of private lands on the North Shore of Kaua`i. These guided tours
take you away from crowds to pristine areas that are otherwise inaccessible to
the public.
The Kalalau Trail
- Considered by many to be the premier hike in all of Hawaii. For the best
weather conditions hike the trail between May and September to see 11 miles of
the most beautiful tropical coastline you've ever seen.
