This trail, in visual impact, rivals the more famous Na Pali Coast Trail

We rate it #2 of Kauai’s top trails.

Length each way: 3.1 mi / 4.99 km

A day of magnificent hiking!

Off the Koke’e Road, the trail starts at approximately at 4,120 feet and ends at a lookout around 2,500 feet, that boasts spectacular views into the lusciously green sheer palis (cliffs), fluted ridges and spires of the valleys of Awa`awapuhi and Nu`alolo, both overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the famous Na Pali Coast.

The grassy terminus of this trail offers a nice and picturesque grassy area suitable for a picnic and respite.

To gain those views you will have gradually descended from the edge of a rainforest through the Na Pali-Kona Forest Reserve; a wilderness rich with a variety of native dry land plants species.

It is more or less a 3.1 mile one way trail that slopes down through a “dry land” forest with many examples of native and exotic plants and trees complimented with sightings of native birds such as the precocious elepaio

Generally after this hike, we can squeeze a drive to the famous Kalalau Lookout at the end of Koke’e Road and a tour though the small Koke’e Museum, to enjoy its natural history exhibits, which helps put the Koke’e natural history and topography all in perspective.

Tour Overview

WHEN AND WHERE:

• All Year — Monday thru Saturday
• Check In: 7:00 a.m., at our Wailua River Marina Shop — on the same southern banks of the Wailua River, where the Smith’s motor boats launch

RATED:

• Moderate to strenuous
• Trail Time: 3 to 4 hours
• Road Time: 2.5 hours

INCLUDED:

• Guide(s)
• Transportation
• Day packs
• Deli lunch:
  • Turkey, roast beef, ham, salami, or vegetarian
  • Chips + tropical fruit + cookies
  • Refreshments of tropical juices and bottled water

WHAT TO BRING:

• Sun protection
• Light shirt
• Shorts
• Sweatshirt or light jacket
• Trail food/snack
• Footwear (light hiking boots, sports sandals, or athletic shoes)
• Rain gear
• A camera and binoculars
• Towel and change of clothes

Terms and Conditions:

• Children under 16 years need to be accompanied by an adult; if not, service will be denied with no refund.
• 4 person minimum to book 

Located at the Wailua River Marina

Address: 3-5971 Kuhio Highway, Bldg 3, Kapa’a, HI 96746

(Same side as Smith Motor Boats offices on the South side of Wailua River)

Approximate Driving Times to Our Wailua River Marina Shop

• From Kokee to Kapaa 2 hours
• From Waimea to Kapaa 1.5 hours
• From Poipu to Kapaa 1 hour
• From Lihue to Kapaa 30 minutes
• From Princeville to Kapaa 30 minutes
• From Hanalei to Kapaa 45 minutes
• From Haena to Kapaa one hour