The Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail traverses 175 miles around the island of Hawaiʻi.
Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail
National Historic Trail · HI
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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Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
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Park Name
InfoAla Kahakai National Historic Trail
Designation
InfoNational Historic Trail
State(s)
InfoHI
Phone
Info(808) 217-0307
aric_arakaki@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoHours vary dependent on trail section.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, Archeology, Ruins + 23 more
Weather Info
InfoHawaiʻiʻs 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 shor
Getting There
InfoOpen sections of the Ala Kahakai NHT can be accessed through the four Hawai'i Island National Parks: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes NP, Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau NHP, Kaloko-Honokōhau NHP and Pu'ukoholā Heiau NHS. The
Location
Info19.1447° N, -155.8907° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website