Kukui Trail
Trail in Pu‘u Ka Pele Forest Reserve
Contact Information
Stewardships
Description
Trail Access Allowed through State Parks
Access to these trails are allowed through Kokee and Waimea Canyon State Parks. All other trails, lookouts, and park areas closed. (NOTE: Vehicle Access is not allowed beyond Kalalau Lookout. Hikers must walk the park road beyond that point to access Pihea trailhead.)
The trail starts along Highway 550, about 0.75 miles beyond the 8-Mile Marker. Kukui Trail is a scenic trail within Puu ka Pele that travels down the west side of Waimea Canyon. It makes a 2000 ft. elevation drop to the canyon floor ending at the Wiliwili Camp site.
Allowed Activities
Rules & Regulation
Allowed Access
Additional Information
Dog Owners
Hunting may be in progress on or near this hiking trail. Hunting dogs may be off-leash while engaged in the hunt. Hikers must keep their dogs leashed at all times and remove dog waste while on this trail.
Special Conditions
Camping by permit only. There is no permitted camping for commercial purposes. Do not use any trail or access road that is not delineated by name and color and that may also be displayed on these maps. The marked features are managed for public recreational use. Other trails or roads that branch off from the public features may be on private property, and are not managed for any public recreational use. Access is subject to adjacent landowner approval, and if used without authorization, you will be trespassing and possibly putting yourself at risk. Downloadable resources are provided below.
Activities
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Pedestrian
Amenities
- Campsites
- Picnic Table
- Restroom
- Shelter
Features
- Nature Study
- Stream
Hazards
- Dangerous Cliff
- Flash Flood
- Hunting Area
- Landslides
Simple Trail Tips
- Stay on the trail.
- Check the weather
- Watch the time
- Avoid undue risk
- Read all posted signs
- Respect other trail users
- Pack out at least what you pack in