Hanakapiai Beach

This golden sand beach is your reward for completing the challenging first two miles on the Kalalau Trail. However, don't give in to the temptation to take a dip following that hike. As the sign on the way down to the beach says...many people have drowned at this beach because of its treacherous and unpredictable nature. Last time there were a lot of notches on that sign.

Total elevation gain is about 1060 feet between Ke`e and Hanakapi`ai (that's coming and going) and the hike takes approximately an hour and a half at a moderate pace.

Hanakapi'ai is a great place for a picnic though. The rocks that ring the beach offer a nice stool and when you are done eating you can explore some of the sea caves that are on either side of the beach. This is also the starting point for a hike to Hanakapi'ai Falls which is a rocky two miles inland. Take a poncho...it's worth it.

Location: Hanakapiai Beach is located in the Na Pali Kauai