Park · Hāʻena, Kauai

Hāʻena State Park

Hāʻena State Park
Photo: Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Entry is capped and booked ahead to protect the area. The park reopened in October 2026 after Hurricane Lowell. Day hikers can reach Hanakāpīʻai Beach, but the Kalalau Trail beyond two miles is closed until further notice.

Updated November 11, 2026On day 2 of Kauai in 5 Days

Visiting Hāʻena State Park: what to know

Tickets
Reservation required for non-residents; check GoHaena
Time needed
Half day
Best time
Morning
Getting there
End of Highway 560 past Hanalei; shuttle available

Kauai itineraries with Hāʻena State Park

Day 2 of Kauai in 5 Days

The north shore

How Hāʻena State Park fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Kīlauea Point National Wildlife RefugeKīlauea
  2. 12:00Hanalei BayHanalei
  3. 13:00Lunch in HanaleiHanalei
  4. 14:30Hāʻena State ParkHāʻena
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Hāʻena State Park FAQs

How far ahead should I book Hāʻena State Park?

As early as you can on GoHaena, since parking and shuttle slots sell out. Check the site for when booking opens.

Can you hike the full Kalalau Trail?

Not now. Only the first two miles are open.

Is there a shuttle to Hāʻena State Park?

Yes, the North Shore shuttle runs to the park and is booked through GoHaena.

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