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Waimea Canyon is probably among the top five sights on Kaua'i. More than 3,000 feet deep and approximately 10 miles long, it is frequently compared to the Grand Canyon. The canyon is located in Koke'e State Park, a 4,000-square-acre piece of land on the western side of Kaua'i. Koke'e Natural History Museum is in the park as well as more than 40 miles of the best hiking trails in the country. Trail length varies; the shortest one is literally a 30-minute walk in the park, while the long ones are rigorous and only for the hardiest hikers.

There are a few ways to experience Waimea and Koke'e. By car the trip takes anywhere from a few hours to a full-day round trip, depending how many times you stop and look around. Koke'e Road (Highway 552) is easy enough to navigate. The best view of the canyon is at Mile Marker 10. At the end of the road is the Kalalau Lookout. Hiking trails can be accessed from various points; current maps are available at the museum.

People who don't wish to hike can either take a bus tour with a company such as Roberts Hawaii or opt for a shorter and more expensive--but more memorable--helicopter tour. Safari Air Tours, Hawaii Helicopters or any of the companies mentioned previously offer Waimea tours.







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Koke'e Natural History Museum


Not-So-Hidden Treasure
15 miles up Koke'e Road; Koke'e State Park
(Mailing: P.O. Box 100)
Kauai, HI 96752
United States
+1 808 335 9975
http://www.kokee.org
Located inside Koke'e State Park, this museum is not as obscure as it could be. Both Koke'e and neighboring Waimea Canyon State Park are top Kauai attractions. Of the many people that find their way to the park, more than 100,000 visit the museum, which is open 365 days a year and charges no admission. Its purpose is to educate tourists about the ecology and geology of Kauai. Exhibits, displays and expert guides are all part of the experience. There is an onsite gift shop. See website for complete visitor details.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Koke'e Natural History Museum photo by david
Photo: david
Koke'e Natural History Museum photo by david
Photo: david
 

 
Koke'e State Park


Popular outdoor attraction
Kokee Road
(Highway 552)
Kauai, HI 96796
United States
+1 808 587 0400
http://www.hawaii.gov/dlnr/dsp...
A favorite place for hikers, campers and picnickers, this park is located on the western shore of Kauai. The centerpiece is Waimea Canyon. One of the best ways to see the canyon is to hike the easy Iliau Nature Loop, located between Mile Marker 8 and 9. A half-dozen other trails are available. Some of them are easy and some are arduous. The Koke'e Natural History Museum, located inside the park, is a great place to learn about the surroundings, research the trails or pick up a map.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Koke'e State Park photo by E.C. Bess
Photo: E.C. Bess
Koke'e State Park photo by Cornell Schreiber
Photo: Cornell Schreiber
Koke'e State Park photo by Chris Mundus
Photo: Chris Mundus
Koke'e State Park photo by low-grade
Photo: low-grade
Koke'e State Park photo by Gary & Sarah Robinett
Photo: Gary & Sarah Robinett
Koke'e State Park photo by rew1
Photo: rew1
Koke'e State Park photo by Brian Howell
Photo: Brian Howell
Koke'e State Park photo by Tom Damon
Photo: Tom Damon
Koke'e State Park photo by Remy Hiramoto 平本
Photo: Remy Hiramoto 平本
Koke'e State Park photo by Mark Gehrke
Photo: Mark Gehrke
Koke'e State Park photo by Cornell Schreiber
Photo: Cornell Schreiber
Koke'e State Park photo by Mark Gehrke
Photo: Mark Gehrke
Koke'e State Park photo by laura silbernick
Photo: laura silbernick
Koke'e State Park photo by knwd
Photo: knwd
Koke'e State Park photo by Tina Hug Nakaahiki
Photo: Tina Hug Nakaahiki
Koke'e State Park photo by Keven Elliff
Photo: Keven Elliff
Koke'e State Park photo by Matt Plummer
Photo: Matt Plummer
 

 
Roberts Hawaii


Leading tour company
3-4567 Kuhio Highway
Kauai, HI 96766
United States
+1 800 831 5541
http://www.roberts-hawaii.com/
This well-known tour operator takes visitors to all of Kauai's major attractions and places of interest. Tour groups travel by bus or boat. Some tours only last a few hours; others last all day. The Waimea Canyon & Wailua River Tour is eight hours long. This company also offers day trips or overnighters to other islands. It works with other companies to provide customers the best rates on rental cars and hotels on neighboring islands.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Safari Air Tours


Over Kauai
3225 Akahi Street
Kauai, HI 96766
United States
+1 808 246 0136
http://www.safariair.com
This air tour company is based out of Hilo and Kauai, and is owned by a retired Naval Reserves officer. With a small staff and state-of-the-art helicopters, the company aims to offer a truly unforgettable tour experience. Heli-tours visit the many waterfalls, jungles and isolated beaches of Kauai. Inter-island flights are also available. The Kaua'i tour is for 55-minute in the off-season, Internet discounts are sometimes available.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
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