Where do you park for the Sleeping Giant trail in Kauai?
Directions from Kapaa: Travel south along the Kuhio Highway (Highway 580) for a short distance. Next travel east along Haleilio Road. This trail starts at a parking area adjacent to the Department of Water pump site.
Which Sleeping Giant trail is best?
The east trail
The east trail is the most direct way to the top of Sleeping Giant. Trail-goers will take part in a moderately strenuous ascent through groves of guava trees and lantana. The trail can be muddy and steep as you traverse the volcanic rocks. The east trail meets up with the west 1.5 miles in.
How do I get to Sleeping Giant West trail?
The West Trail starts at the end of Lokelani Road off Kamalu Road where there is a small parking area for several vehicles (location at Google Maps). If parking is full there is more parking along Kamalu Road with an access path to the trail head. Go through the yellow gate to begin the hike.
How do I get to Sleeping Giant?
The Sleeping Giant hike begins at the south trailhead for Kabeyun Trail with an easy 5.0 km trail that leads just past Tee Harbour. Here you will take the Talus Lake Trail for 1.5 km to the Top of the Giant Trail junction.
How far is it to the top of Sleeping Giant?
The Tower Trail is the most popular trail at Sleeping Giant. This trail to the 739 foot summit of Mount Carmel starts at the picnic area across from Quinnipiac University. It is wide and meanders up the side of Mount Carmel ending at a 4-story stone observation tower.
How difficult is Sleeping Giant hike?
The round-trip hike from the South Kabeyun Trailhead parking lot, to the end of the Sea Lion Trail, and back is 2.4km and takes roughly an hour to complete. This trail has somewhat difficult access over an outcrop, passes a pebble beach on Perry Bay, and concludes at a diabase rock arch on Lake Superior.
How long is the blue trail Sleeping Giant?
Sleeping Giant Blue and Tower Trail Loop is a 3 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Hamden, Connecticut that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, rock climbing, and nature trips and is best used from March until October.
How long does it take to hike the Sleeping Giant trail?
6-10 hours
The total distance from the South Kabeyun Trailhead parking lot to the end of the Top of the Giant Trail and back is 21.8km and takes most hikers 6-10 hours to complete.
How do you get to the secret falls in Kauai?
Secret Falls, which are hardly a secret anymore, are reached only by waterways and then on foot. You could either take a guided tour or rent your own kayak or canoe and journey there yourself. Drop your vessel into the water at Wailua River State Park and start paddling upstream.
Is Sleeping Giant open during coronavirus?
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Where is the Sleeping Giant trail in Hawaii?
The Nounou Mountain (Sleeping Giant) Trail is a gently ascending stroll through forested mountains with excellent views. The trail begins with several switchbacks through a shady forest of ironwood, guava, and silk oak- to name a few. Along your path you are treated to stunning views of Kapaa and Waipouli.
How do you hike on the Sleeping Giant’s face?
If you are very sure footed, you can hike onward via a brief but very precarious trail onto the Sleeping Giant’s face! Be careful not to slip if you try this. The trail is extremely narrow in parts with hundred-foot drop offs at many points, so proceed with caution. To reach the trail, head north from Lihue on Hwy. 56.
Which is the best hiking trail on Kauai?
If you’re looking for a great Kauai hiking trail with fantastic views and a breathtaking lookout point from the mountain peak, we introduce you to the Sleeping Giant. The Sleeping Giant Trail is one of three Nounou Mountain Trails.
Is the Sleeping Giant east trail accessible to dogs?
The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail. Climb the face of the fabled sleeping giant, and prey you don’t wake him!