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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
The trail begins behind a fire road gate. Signs warn that hikers are welcome, but the trail is private property, so please be respectful.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
The trail is used by surfers who paddle from the bottom over to the Hanalei Bay rather than driving through traffic to reach the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
The grounds are maintained and mowed, making the hike much easier than some of the more overgrown trails on the island.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
Ruins from an unfinished resort dot the grounds. The views over the water show what a prime location this area was.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
What remains from the resort now is primarily concrete walls and foundations.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
The upper comes to an end on a grassy promontory with views over Hanalei Bay.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
Views from the Club Med Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
A small offshoot path leads down to the water.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
While the trail reaches Pu'u Poa Beach, it's more of a seawall over rocks than an area to hang out at.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2021
Kauai's Old Club Med hiking trail.