Park Conditions

Current Conditions

National Weather Service:    North Shore Weather Forecast


Hawaii State Parks:   Kalalau Trail Information and Status


County of Kauai Ocean Safety:   Kē‘ē Beach Surf Conditions

*5:40p is LAST SHUTTLE PARK PICK UP daily. Expect longer wait times leaving the state park between 2-4p.  

 

 

 

Safety Considerations:

 

Swimming & Snorkeling

Kauai Lifeguards: Snorkeling Safety


Do NOT swim at Hanakāpī‘ai Beach (many past injuries & deaths).  No lifeguards, unpredictable currents & rogue waves.  

 It is a long way from help with no cell service.

 

Even at Kē‘ē Beach, expect rougher ocean October to April (poor snorkeling).  Year round, lifeguards will close Kē‘ē if unsafe.  Clip: Rogue Wave Injures Bystanders


   

Hiking  Kalalau Trail safety video


Expect SLIPPERY / MUDDY conditions.  This hike is very strenuous and not recommended for young/elderly. The second leg of hike from beach to waterfalls is recommended for experienced hikers ONLY. 

 

DO NOT CROSS STREAM if water is rushing or so murky you can’t see bottom.

If stream levels rise, and stream is UNSAFE TO CROSS, you should SHELTER IN PLACE until it is safe to cross. 


No refunds due to conditions at the park or closure of the beach or trail.  

 

 


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