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Has anyone died on the Kalalau Trail?

A fatality occurred in June 2012 at Kalalau Beach campsite when a 30-year-old woman fell to her death near the beach waterfall. Another incident occurred in December 2012 when a 31-year-old Japanese national was pushed from a cliff along the trail and was critically injured.

Is it safe to hike alone in Kauai?

Solo Hiking in Kauai is Safe but Can Be Challenging And every trail I was on has some people on it – not lots but enough that if something happened to you, a person would be by in about 10 minutes who could help. The only danger I saw was clay. Clay has a very different consistency than typical soil.

How difficult is the Kalalau Trail?

I would call Kalalau a moderate hike, in terms of difficulty, since the terrain can be steep in places, the trail can be muddy/slick and if it has been raining (which is likely on the north shore), the rocks will be very slippery.

Is Hiking Open in Kauai?

11/5/21 – [OAHU] – The gate at the Keawaula Section of Kaena Point State Park is now OPEN on weekends from 7am to 7pm….Hiking – Kauaʻi.

Hiking	Area	Park
Poomau Canyon Lookout Trail (CLOSED)	West Kauai	Kōkeʻe State Park
Kalalau Trail	Napali Coast	Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park

Is Kalalau Trail Safe?

The Kalalau Trail can be very dangerous, especially in bad weather. There are many hazards that you need to be aware of to keep you and your companions safe. We recommend using the buddy system. Having a buddy with you who can help you in case of emergency can help save your life.

When can you hike the Kalalau Trail?

While the Kalalau Trail along Kauai’s Napali Coastline is (usually) open to the public year round, there are better times to visit and hike this north shore trail than others. The best time to hike into Kalalau Valley is first thing in the morning during the summer months (May to Oct.)

How long does it take to hike Kuilau Ridge trail?

2 to 3 hours
Off in the east you can see the ocean. The Kuilau Trail ends when you encounter a small wooden bridge. The entire hike should take you 2 to 3 hours.

Is kalepa Ridge trail open?

It is closed, meaning you should definitely do it. We hiked this trail a couple of days after hiking the Kalalau trail, it was epic to view Kalalau beach from above.

How long does it take to walk Kalalau Trail?

3-5 days
To hike the entire trail and also spend time exploring Kalalau Beach and Valley takes 3-5 days. Most people are day hikers that don’t ever make it all the way out to Kalalau.

How much does it cost to hike the Kalalau Trail?

Preparations: Permits: The Kalalau Trail is very popular and permits are required to spend the night along the trail. The cost for non-residents is $20 per night and you can book the permit for the Napali Coast Wilderness Park online.

Can you hike the Kalalau Trail?

There are two ways you can visit the trail. You can hike the whole trail (11-miles in and 11-miles back out) or you can hike the first 2-miles of the trail (Day-Use). It can get confusing as to what is required for each type of visitor. Hopefully this article will help you successfully plan your visit.

Can you hike the Kalalau Trail in one day?

If no permits are available, you can still enjoy the Kalalau Trail for a day hike (day-use reservations required). You can hike to Hanakāpīʻai beach (4-Mile round trip) or to Hanakāpīʻai Falls and back (8-Mile round trip). Permits are available up to a year in advance.