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Trailhead for the Kalalau Trail in Kauai, HI

Trailhead

The trailhead for the Kalalau Trail, the Na Pali Coast hike, begins at the far end of Ke’e Beach in Ha’ena State Park.

The famous (and popular) Na Pali Coast trail is clearly signposted and there are various safety signs at the start of the trail.

Kalalau Trail sign in Haena State Park, Kauai, Hawaii
Kalalau Trail sign in Haena State Park

Hā’ena State Park can be found at the northwest end of Kūhiō Highway, which runs along the north shore of the island.

Note that you require a camping permit to hike the Kalalau Trail beyond Hanakapiai Beach and an overnight parking reservation at Haena State Park (or shuttle reservation) in order to access the trailhead.

If you just plan to do a day hike along the first two miles of the Kalalau Trail, you need an entry ticket for Haena State Park plus a parking or shuttle reservation in order to access the trailhead.

Considering a visit to the Na Pali Coast of Kauai? Be sure to visit our Na Pali Coast homepage for all the details you need to plan!