Outdoor
Hiking
Koke'e State Park
Highland trails and Na Pali Coast cliff-top lookouts in a mountain forest park
Ages
4–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~3hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Outdoor
A highland park above Waimea Canyon with over 45 miles of trails through native forest, mountain meadows, and dramatic cliff-top viewpoints. The Kalalau Lookout at 4000 feet provides a view down into the Na Pali Coast valley that is one of the most photographed scenes in Hawaii. The Nature Trail near the museum is a flat 0.1-mile loop perfect for little ones. The Pihea Trail and Alaka i Swamp Trail offer more ambitious hikes through a primordial cloud forest. The Kokee Museum has exhibits on the natural and cultural history of the area.
Pricing
$5/person non-resident entry, $10 parking (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Koke'e State Park cost?
- Admission to Koke'e State Park is paid. $5/person non-resident entry, $10 parking (verify)
- What ages is Koke'e State Park good for?
- Koke'e State Park is best for kids ages 4 to 18+.
- Is Koke'e State Park stroller friendly?
- No, Koke'e State Park is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Koke'e State Park?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Koke'e State Park.
- How hard is Koke'e State Park?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Koke'e State Park free?
- No, Koke'e State Park costs paid.
- What should I bring to Koke'e State Park?
- Hiking shoes, layers (cooler at elevation), rain jacket, water, camera
- How long does Koke'e State Park take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Koke'e State Park.
- When is the best time to visit Koke'e State Park?
- Morning for clearest views before clouds roll in
- Is there parking at Koke'e State Park?
- Parking at lookout points and the Kokee Museum