Kauai is a rugged place with plenty of hard-to-reach places. As you're out hiking in Kauai, having a satellite communications ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) – Wanting to get some fresh air this weekend and go on a weekend hike? Kauai has numerous hikes sprinkled throughout the island. Most hikes on Kauai are free, making it the perfect ...

While every island in Hawaii is spectacular in its own way, only Kauai has earned the moniker of the "Garden Isle." The oldest of the Hawaiian Islands, Kauai is renowned for its stunning natural ...

Question: Kalalau trail along Kauai’s Na Pali coast is temporarily closed due to trail conditions. What other overnight hiking and camping options do I have on Kauai for this weekend? Neil Aiea, HI ...

Question: We would like to hike the Na Pali Coast trail. What is the status of the beaches and trail conditions in April? The weather, I assume, would be warm but wet. Is this too early in the season ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Will McGough writes about travel destinations and outdoor adventures. The island of Kauaʻi is beloved for its laid-back atmosphere ...

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