Overview

Established in 2000 to preserve, protect and interpret traditional Native Hawaiian culture and natural resources, Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail is a 175-mile corridor encompassing a network of culturally and historically significant trails. This "trail by the sea" traverses wahi pana (storied landscapes), ancient Hawaiian sites and over 200 ahupuaʻa (traditional land divisions).

Hawaiʻiʻs coast is generally sunny and hot. Be prepared with sun protection (hat, mineral-based sunscreen, sunglasses and long sleeves) and water (minimum 2 liters of water per person per day for short hikes). Before visiting the Trail, check weather forecasts and follow all warnings and advisories: - https://www.weather.gov/hfo/ - www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts

6/18

Overcast

L:82.7°
H:86.1°

6/19

Rain showers: Slight intensity

L:82.6°
H:85.8°

6/20

Rain: Slight intensity

L:82.7°
H:84.3°

6/21

Partly cloudy

L:83°
H:84.4°

6/22

Overcast

L:83.5°
H:85.3°

6/23

Rain showers: Slight intensity

L:82.5°
H:85.3°

6/24

Rain showers: Slight intensity

L:82.3°
H:83.9°

19.144668109, -155.890734294

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Activities

Things To Do

Arts and Culture, Cultural Demonstrations, Auto and ATV, Scenic Driving, Biking, Mountain Biking, Road Biking, Boating, Motorized Boating, Sailing, Boat Tour, Camping, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Group Camping, RV Camping, Compass and GPS, Geocaching, Orienteering, Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Hands-On, Arts and Crafts, Hiking, Front-Country Hiking, Paddling, Canoeing, Canoe or Kayak Camping, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Junior Ranger Program, SCUBA Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Swimming, Saltwater Swimming, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching

Topics

Things To Explore

Architecture and Building, Archeology, Ruins, Arts, Sculpture, Explorers and Expeditions, Pacific Islander Heritage, Religion and Spirituality, Heiau, Schools and Education, Transportation, Roads, Routes and Highways, Ancient Seas, Animals, Birds, Fish, Coasts, Islands and Atolls, Forests and Woodlands, Rainforest, Oceans, Coral Reefs, Scenic Views, Trails, The Tropics, Volcanoes, Waterfalls

Aerial photograph of trail along the Hawaiian Coast

Contact

Ala Kahakai

Hours vary dependent on trail section.

Wednesday: All DayMonday: All DayThursday: All DaySunday: All DayTuesday: All DayFriday: All DaySaturday: All Day