Posts Tagged ‘State Parks’
What’s Open on Kauai Right Now: Every Park, Trail, and Road That Matters
Last updated: August 18, 2026 ⚠️ Hurricane Lala: Parks Are Reopening in Stages Lala has moved away from the islands, and Kauaʻi’s parks are coming back in stages rather than all at once. Reopened Tuesday, August 18: Hāʻena State Park for day use only, Kōkeʻe and Waimea Canyon State Parks, and Wailua River State Park.…
Read MoreKauai Travel Guide: 5-Day Itinerary, Best Beaches, Hikes & Where to Stay
I knew I was going to love Kauai. I didn’t expect to feel it the way I did. This guide covers our personal 5-day itinerary: where to stay, the best beaches and hikes, memorable places to eat, and boots-on-the-ground tips for your travel style.
Read MorePolihale State Park: The Complete Guide to Kauai’s Most Remote Beach
⚠️ Current Status: Updated August 18, 2026 Polihale State Park remains closed until further notice following Hurricane Lala, and camping is suspended through at least Thursday, August 19. DLNR’s August 17 update did not include Polihale among the Kauai parks reopening Tuesday, August 18, so expect the park to reopen only after crews assess the…
Read MoreHāʻena State Park & The Nāpali Coast: A Guide to Where Kauai Gets Serious
⚠️ Current Status: Updated August 18, 2026 Hāʻena State Park reopened August 18, 2026 for day use only following Hurricane Lala, with Kēʻē Beach access for residents and for Parking/Entry and Entry-only reservation holders. A statewide brown water advisory is also in effect after the storm, with no swimming recommended, so plan on the sand…
Read MoreKauai Waterfall Guide: Locations, Effort, Gear and Island Secrets
Kauai is one of the wettest places on earth. Mount Waialeale, anchoring the center of the island, receives an average of 450 inches of rain per year. The summit sees rain roughly 360 days a year, with a record 683 inches logged in 1982. That water has to go somewhere. It pours off ridges, slips…
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