Kapihaʻa Fisherman's Trail
Kapihaʻa
A coastal trail along the lava cliffs of the south shore, passing ancient fishing village remains, with views back to Sweetheart Rock and chances to see whales.
The Kapihaʻa Trail starts at the west end of Hulopoʻe Bay and runs west along the top of the lava cliffs for about 2.4 km. Alongside it are stone walls, house foundations and remains of small shrines left by ancient fishermen. You can look back to Sweetheart Rock, and in winter humpback whales are often seen spouting offshore. The path is made of gravel and lava rock, and some sections run close to the cliff edge with almost no shade. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water and sunscreen. The round trip takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Hulopoe Beach
- Puʻupehe (Sweetheart Rock)
- Kaunolū Village Site
- Luahiwa Petroglyphs
- Lanai Cat Sanctuary
- Munro Trail & Lānaʻihale
- Lanai City & Dole Park
- Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center