Nā Pali Coast State Park
Nā Pali Coast State Park | |
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Location | Kauaʻi, United States |
Coordinates | 22°10′32″N 159°38′37″W / 22.17552°N 159.64362°W |
Area | 6,175 acres (24.99 km2) |
Governing body | Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources |
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Nā Pali Coast State Park is a 6,175-acre (2,499 ha)
To the east of the state park is the Hono O Nā Pali State Natural Reserve. It was established in 1983 and later extended to over 3,578 acres (14.5 km2) in 2009.[1] Hiking trails and hunters' roads provide access to the sharp ridges from Koke'e Road (route 550) in Waimea Canyon.
Accessibility
Although inaccessible to vehicles, this coast can be enjoyed over land by
History
The Nā Pali Coast was formed 5 million years ago, when a massive amount of water spilled onto the northwest side of the island, carving its valleys.
The first settlers on the Nā Pali Coast were Polynesian navigators around 1200 AD. Soon after, many Tahitian migrants followed, shaping the culture of Kauai and other Hawaiian islands today. The coast was a center for trade between
Camping
Camping in Nā Pali Coast State Park is only allowed with a valid permit. There are three sites that allow camping access. During the summer season from May 15 to September 7, access from the ocean via boat or kayak is only allowed with a valid camping permit. Along the
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See also
References
- ^ "Hono O Na Pali". official web site. Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources. Retrieved April 13, 2010.
- ^ "Nā Pali Coast Wilderness Park". Hawaiʻi State Park web site. Retrieved April 13, 2010.
- ^ "Nā Pali Coast State Park (History)". Napali. Capt. Andy’s Sailing Adventures. Retrieved July 20, 2015.
- ^ "Nā Pali Coast State Park (Camping)". Hawaii State Parks. Hawaii Information Consortium, LLC. Retrieved July 20, 2015.
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External links
- Nā Pali Coast Magazine
- Nā Pali Coast ʻOhana
- Nā Pali Hiking Tips
- Nā Pali Coast Beach
- Nā Pali Coast Hike - Kalalau
- Nā Pali Coast Hike - Hanakapiaʻai
- Overview of Nā Pali Coast. Pictures + Map
- Nā Pali Guide
- Koke'e & Nā Pali Coast Recreation Map for smartphones – GPS enabled map of Koke'e and Nā Pali coast trails