Review: Hā’ena State Park

  • $3.00 /night
  • (5.0)3 reviews
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Jennifer Kallias

11 months ago
5/5

Unbelievable views and well maintained. The hike is not for amateurs or young children--there's a lot of uphill climbing, wet and slippery sections, and rocky parts to navigate, plus crossing of up to four streams. Highly recommend grippy, covered-toe water sandals--if it has rained in any capacity over the days prior to your hike, they will be filthy by the end guaranteed! We only (!!!) hiked the 2.2-mile (one way) stretch down to the second beach (where it was not recommended we swim or snorkel because the waves were rough), and that took us about 2.5 hours each way--note that we are in our 50s and in decent shape but we're no gym rats. My teenage son pulled ahead of us a number of times and probably could have done the hike in 1.5 hours each way, but he has a lot more energy and is quite athletic. The beach we ended at was breathtaking and there was a small cave there, too!!! Also, we took the shuttle from the Waipa Park and Ride and, based on the roads and parking situation we saw along the way in the shuttle, that was a great choice--the roads between the park and ride and the park entrance were narrow, winding with blind corners, and congested, plus the staff running the shuttle were very friendly and knowledgeable. The whole experience was seamless and efficient: well run and well organized. Kudos to them! All in all, it was a fantastic experience and we'd do it again...even though we're feeling the effects this morning--my calves!!! 😁

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