Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail
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.
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About Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail
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).
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Driving times from Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Ala Kahakai
- Mon
- All Day
- Tue
- All Day
- Wed
- All Day
- Thu
- All Day
- Fri
- All Day
- Sat
- All Day
- Sun
- All Day
Activities
Getting there
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
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail?
- Popular activities include Arts and Crafts, Arts and Culture, Auto and ATV, Biking, Birdwatching, Boat Tour.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park (54 min), Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park (1 h 25 min), Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site (2 h 5 min), Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (2 h 23 min).