Kalalau Trail: Best Time to Visit, May–Jun & Sep–Oct | Trailwind

Legendary trekKalalau TrailNā Pali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii, United StatesBest time to visit Kalalau Trail: May–Jun & Sep–Oct. Eleven cliffside miles above the emerald sea cliffs of Nā Pali. Weather and timing on Trailwind.

Best time: May–Jun & Sep–Oct

Signature route: Kalalau Trail

In season: ~28°C high

Climate: 19–28°C

Nearest airport: LIH

Currency: USD

Language: English

Timezone: UTC-05:00

Best time to visitTwo separate windows work best: May–Jun & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.The routeThe classic way in is the Kalalau Trail. Nearest airport is LIH.Featured in

Pairs well with

Hanalei, 5 mi away

Kauai, 13 mi away

Poipu Beach, 25 mi away

Banzai Pipeline, 105 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit Kalalau Trail?The best time to visit Kalalau Trail is May–Jun & Sep–Oct, in Nā Pali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii, United States.Where is Kalalau Trail?Kalalau Trail is in Nā Pali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii, United States. The nearest major airport is LIH.What is Kalalau Trail known for?Eleven cliffside miles above the emerald sea cliffs of Nā Pali.Keep exploring

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