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Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail

National Historic Trail Hawaii
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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).

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

Hawaiʻiʻs 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 short hikes). Before visiting the Trail, check weather forecasts and follow all warnings and advisories: - https://www.weather.gov/hfo/ - www.hawaiicounty.gov/active-alerts

Address

Superintendent, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Activities & Topics

Arts and Culture Cultural Demonstrations Auto and ATV Scenic Driving Biking Mountain Biking Road Biking Boating Motorized Boating Sailing Boat Tour Camping Canoe or Kayak Camping Car or Front Country Camping Group Camping RV Camping Compass and GPS Geocaching Orienteering Fishing Saltwater Fishing Food Picnicking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Self-Guided Tours - Auto Hands-On Arts and Crafts Hiking Front-Country Hiking Paddling Canoeing Kayaking Stand Up Paddleboarding Junior Ranger Program SCUBA Diving Snorkeling Surfing Swimming Saltwater Swimming Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Architecture and Building Archeology Ruins Arts Sculpture Explorers and Expeditions Pacific Islander Heritage Religion and Spirituality Heiau Schools and Education Transportation Roads Routes and Highways Ancient Seas Animals Birds Fish Coasts Islands and Atolls Forests and Woodlands Rainforest Oceans Coral Reefs Scenic Views Trails The Tropics Volcanoes Waterfalls

Contact Information

(808) 217-0307 (Voice)
aric_arakaki@nps.gov
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Operating Hours

wednesday

All Day

monday

All Day

thursday

All Day

sunday

All Day

tuesday

All Day

friday

All Day

saturday

All Day

Location

Coordinates: 19.144668109, -155.890734294

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