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Chin of the Sleeping Giant – Nounou Trail Shelter loop from Wailua

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United States

Kauaʻi County

Wailua

Chin of the Sleeping Giant – Nounou Trail Shelter loop from Wailua

Hard

4.8

(27)

353

hikers

Chin of the Sleeping Giant – Nounou Trail Shelter loop from Wailua

03:12

8.90km

310m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

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Nounou Forest Reserve

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Start point

Restaurant

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2.60 km

Coastal view from Nounou East Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice hiking trail with a great view.
Sturdy shoes are recommended.

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4.40 km

Sleeping Giant (Nounou Mountain) Summit View

Highlight • Summit

Great hike, gorgeous views, not for the faint of heart, wear good hiking boots with traction!

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4.49 km

Rock Window With View of the Pacific Ocean

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Through the rock window you have a beautiful view of the coast and the Pacific 😊

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4.53 km

Chin of the Sleeping Giant

Highlight • Summit

Climb onto the giant’s chin to feel on top of the world. Be very careful though, steep cliffs on all sides of the rock.

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4.72 km

Nounou Trail Shelter

Highlight • Rest Area

Rest area shortly before the final climb.

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8.90 km

End point

Restaurant

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.07 km

3.30 km

352 m

109 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.09 km

3.41 km

396 m

Elevation

Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Chin of the Sleeping Giant – Nounou Trail Shelter loop from Wailua

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Rock Window With View of the Pacific Ocean

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