Chin of the Sleeping Giant – Nounou Trail Shelter loop from Wailua
Chin of the Sleeping Giant – Nounou Trail Shelter loop from Wailua
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Chin of the Sleeping Giant – Nounou Trail Shelter loop from Wailua
04:29
14.4km
360m
Hiking
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 8, 2026
Tips
Includes segments that may be dangerous
Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
After 3.29 km for 13 m
After 5.02 km for 107 m
After 5.26 km for 32 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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3.30 km
Coastal view from Nounou East Trail
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5.05 km
Rock Window With View of the Pacific Ocean
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5.09 km
Chin of the Sleeping Giant
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5.17 km
Sleeping Giant (Nounou Mountain) Summit View
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5.42 km
Nounou Trail Shelter
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5.81 km
Aloha bench
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10.2 km
Opaeka'a Falls
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10.8 km
Viewpoint - Wailua River
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14.4 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.27 km
3.35 km
2.90 km
1.87 km
882 m
113 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
7.37 km
2.92 km
2.69 km
662 m
526 m
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Elevation
Highest point (310 m)
Lowest point (0 m)
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