Sleeping Giant - East

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Overview

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This hike climbs to the summit of Nounou, the "Sleeping Giant", from its east side. Along the way are switchbacks up a steep cliff face, coast views, mixed forest, a couple exciting open ridge sections and some beginner climbing. The summit offers panoramic views of Kauai's east coast and the Wailua River valley.

Stats

3.3 mi   1,100 ft   2.0 hr






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Features

Look forward to

views
great
summits
great
arches
great
ridges
okay
cliffs
okay

Challenges

Be prepared for

mud
lots
crowds
lots
vertical exposure
lots avoidable
scrambling
some beginner
slippery surface
some mild

Difficulty

Intermediate

Difficulty

Suitable for

intermediate
 
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