The trail is not currently open as National Historic Trail, although some sections are accessible by the public under State and County jurisdiction. Visitors are directed to the State Trails (Na Ala Hele) website pertaining to the Ala Kahakai, or contact at Na Ala Hele Trails & Access Specialist, Hawai'i Island, Department of Land & Natural Resources, 19 East Kawili Street, Hilo, Hawaii 96720. Telephone: 808 974-4217 email: dofawhi@interpac.net
Did You Know?
Did you know Polynesian explorers navigated across the Pacific Ocean using the stars, wind and wave patterns and seabirds to guide across the sea safely to their destination.