Kukui Trail into Waimea Canyon on Kauai

This page describes a hike that has been taken by others. The details on this page are not intended as a recommendation for you to take this hike. Hiking has inherent risks and you must consider these risks and your ability before deciding on a hike. The trail information on this page is approximate and conditions, hazards, and even the location of trails will change over time. Do not rely on the details on this page for the safety of your hike. All information should be verified through other sources.

The Kukui trail decends into Waimea cantion dropping 2000 feet to the canyon floor. The trail ends at the Wiliwili camp site. A permit is required if you wish to camp. The trail passes several spectactiar views and you can see several waterfalls across the canyon.

Driving directions:

Follow Highway 50/550 west and north (clockwise) to the 8 mile marker, then proceeed another three quarter miles. There is a parking lot on the west side of the road and a sign for the Kukui and Iliau trails.

Additional information on this hike

Kauai Trails: Walks, Strolls, and Treks on the Garden Island, Kathy Morey 2002.
Kukui Trail Information from NaAlaHele.

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