Kalalau Valley
Kalalau Valley is a dramatic, canyon-forming basin along Nā Pali Coast on Kauaʻi, famous for Kalalau Beach and a strenuous multi-day hike.
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Geography
| Address | Kalalau Valley, Hawaii, USANā Pali Coast Kalalau Trail |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Hawaii |
| Subregion | Sandwich Islands |
| Country | United States |
| State | Hawaii |
| County | Kauai County |
| District | Na Pali Coast |
| City | Kalalau Valley |
| Neighborhood | Kalalau Trail |
| Postal Code | 96744 |
| Timezone | PacificHonolulu |
| Latitude | 22.213 |
| Longitude | -159.512 |
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4:15 PM LOCAL TIMEKalalau Valley sits beneath lush valley walls along Nā Pali Coast on Kauaʻi, carved by centuries of erosion and relative remoteness. The centerpiece Kalalau Beach is a wild, narrow crescent fed by seasonal surf, and accessed via the challenging Nā Pali Coast Trail, a multi-day route requiring permits and experience. The valley is riddled with fresh water streams, terraced terraces, and steep jungle slopes — historically home to native Hawaiian culture. Visitors come to hike, photograph, and experience extreme isolation; overnight camping requires advanced planning and permits. Keep in mind impacts of weather variability and respect trail and land regulations to preserve this iconic landscape.
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