Kauai County, Hawaii
122 hiking & walking trails · 4parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 11 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Kauai County, Hawaii
Kauai County is home to 122 mapped hiking trails and 4 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 11 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Kauai County
Up to 126 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Kauai County
Click any city to see trails and parks within it.
Sample Parks in Kauai County
Sample Trails in Kauai County
Curated Guides for Kauai County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Kauai County, Hawaii?
Yes — we have 122 mapped hiking and walking trails in Kauai County, Hawaii, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Kauai County, Hawaii for families?
Alaka'i Swamp Trail near Hanalei is one of the best family picks in Kauai County, Hawaii — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Kauai County, Hawaii?
Each of the 122 trails in Kauai County, Hawaii has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Kauai County, Hawaii?
Kauai County, Hawaii has 4 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (3 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Kauai County, Hawaii?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Kauai County, Hawaii right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Kauai County, Hawaii?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Hawaii for more options beyond Kauai County, Hawaii.
Hiking guides for Hawaii
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Kauai County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Hawaii, Ranked
Hawaii's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichHawaii's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Hawaii trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Hawaii
Ten gentle, well-marked Hawaii trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Hawaii
Hawaii's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Hawaii
Federal parks and recreation areas in Hawaii ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Hawaii: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Hawaii's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.