"); The Na Pali Coast is a jewel of not only Kauai, but the entire Pacific. Therefore, the only way to legally hike the trail in its entirety is to do so with a permit, and they can be difficult to obtain. http://www.kauaiexplorer.com/hiking_kauai/kalalau_hike.php. A few people have made Kalalau Valley their permanent home, even though it is not legal. UPDATED 2/22/23: Kalalau Trail has REOPENED. Youll be on the sandy shoreline of the world famous Na Pali Coast. Waimea Beach. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. Call at 888-409-2702 during business hours which are 7 AM to 7 PM HST. Summer weather (May to October) normally brings steady tradewinds and occasional showers while winter weather (October to May) is less predictable. But remembers there is no reef to protect the shore, which leaves it vulnerable tolong shore currents. There have been issues with car break-ins here in the past and authorities advise caution when leaving a car overnight. else if(star_img=='2'){ Kalalau Beach (see more photos) lies at the end of the 11-mile (17.7 km) Kalalau Trail on Kauai's north shore. Even amongst the gorgeous sights and sounds along the entire coastline, one area stands out above the rest. There is nothing worse than getting to camp and realizing there is a hole in your tent or your water filter is not working. For experienced hikers in excellent shape, allow for a long day (8+ hours) to complete the round trip from Hena State Park to Hanakoa. You are always a wealth of hiking info. document.getElementById('t0').innerHTML="Very Good"; Eleven miles in and eleven out. selectedVal = '1'; Unreal Hawaii is not affiliated with the state of Hawaii. It doesnt go back too far. It is not legal to get out of or land a motorized boat on the beach, however, it is done illegally. If you can't hike the trail, the kayak to the beach would be even more strenuous even if you could. Kalalau Trail leading to the beach The trail ends at Kalalau Beach, as the ocean comes up the cliffs at the western end. Since the trail is quite long, most people who visit Kalalau Beach plan to stay overnight. Join our newsletter for exclusive features, tips, giveaways! document.write(" | Please Select |