Kalopa Nature Trail
Hawaii hikers

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Kalopa Nature Trail

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    Trail Length 0.7 mile loop
    Activity Pedestrian
    Difficulty Easy
    Terrain Native ‘Ohi’a Rainforest
    Elevation Gain 50 ft
    Park Name Kalōpā State Recreation Area

    Description

    The Kalopa Nature Trail is an easy loop through the heart of a rainforest. The forest has an upper canopy of large, old growth ‘ohi’a trees, and beneath is an understory composed predominantly of smaller native forest trees and shrubs. Ferns are also abundant. About 25 different native species of trees, shrubs and vines can be viewed along the trail, though several occur only as a single individual. This is a good family walk. Allow about an hour to complete a leisurely walk.

    Route

    The trailhead is located just off the parking lot. Information, including a trail guide, may be available at the park office located near the parking lot.

    Directions

    At 2,000 feet elevation at end of Kalopa Road, 3 miles inland from Mamalahoa Highway (Highway 19); 5 miles southeast of Honoka’a.

    Additional Info

    • Mountain biking is not allowed on this trail.
    • Stay on the trail.
    • Pack out at least what you pack in.
    • No open fires.