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Waimea Canyon

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Koke'e Road (highway 552), Kauai, Hawaii 96752(808) 274-3433
Description: Dubbed the Grand Canyon of the Pacific by Mark Twain, this ten-mile long canyon weaves through the west side of Kauai, a host of colorful strata peppered with vegetation and the occasional waterfall. The canyon is easily...Read More
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Stunning
Stunning

by gapkid70

Charlotte, North Carolina

April 21, 2008

The Waimea Canyon was definitely gorgeous -- especially from the helicopter tour -- but we had just visited the Grand Canyon in AZ a couple of years before, so it wasn't as fascinating for us to see Waimea Canyon. However, if you're staying on ...Read more
Little Grand Canyon

by mockingbirdfreak

Phoenix, Arizona

January 9, 2008

We visited Kauai a little over a year ago. One of the must do's was a trip to the Waimea Canyon, as recommended by the tour books.While it was beautiful and very colorful, it was quite the trip from the North end of the island. Took us a long time ...Read more
Waimea Canyon

by Hisfollower

San Jose, California

February 22, 2007

God's wonderful creation. We hiked to the falls it was so awe inspiring. Wear good tennis shoes or hiking shoes. Even though it was not a clear day we could see so much of the canyon at all the vantage points. On our hike we came out on top of the ...Read more

From journal Kev & Julies Travel

Waimea Canyon
Waimea Canyon

by creekland

East Berlin, Pennsylvania

April 26, 2006

Best of IgoUgo This is a NOT to be missed spectacular area of Kauai. This canyon was dubbed the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" by Mark Twain, and one look lets you know why. They definitely do look eerily similar. The layers, colors, and waterfalls are simply ...Read more

From journal Hawaii Vacation - Week 1 - The Garden Isle of Kauai

Waimea Canyon State Park

by prissykay

Charleston, West Virginia

January 28, 2006

There are several overlooks as you drive up to the main overlook of the canyon. It is referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. The main overlook has a paved path that is wheelchair accessible. In the distance, a waterfall can be seen coming ...Read more

From journal Island Hopping in Hawaii

Waimea Canyon
Waimea Canyon

by wauhob3

Valparaiso, Indiana

April 24, 2005

We drove to Waimea Canyon from the south side, which took about 45 minute. It was a fun drive, even though it was twisty because there are ample shoulders. There are many scenic overlooks with breathtaking views. It doesn't even look real, and it's ...Read more

From journal Kauai

Day 7 - Waimea Canyon Lookout
Day 7 - Waimea Canyon Lookout

by ext212

New York, New York

August 7, 2004

Waimea Canyon LookoutDriving to the South Shore to begin our Nualolo-Awa'awapuhi hike [see separate entry], we saw one of Mother Nature's most beautiful creations: Waimea Canyon. We vowed to return to make an appropriate visit. Once an ancient ...Read more

From journal Kauai: without the proposal, the wedding or the honeymoon!

Waimea Canyon

by MegD

Gales Ferry, Connecticut

June 10, 2004

Awesome. I saw this before I went to the Grand Canyon, so I was pretty impressed at the time. Although not as the one in Arizona, still nothing compares in my mind to walking down the path a short way at the top and looking down into the NaPali ...Read more

From journal Kauai Dream Vacation

Waimea Canyon Trip

by Coronado Bob & Berie

Coronado, California

April 5, 2004

Stop at the Waimea outlook for your first awesome viewpoint. Then stop at the Puuhinahina Overlook to see the island of Niihau on one side and Waimea Canyon on the other side from 3500 feet. From there, head toward Koke'e State Park. Don't ...Read more

From journal Kauai in the Fall

Waimea Canyon
Waimea Canyon

by greenrs329

Westfield, Indiana

February 26, 2004

Best of IgoUgo This natural formation is so amazing that I can't even accurately describe it. I have been to the Grand Canyon many times and loved it, but this is so much more amazing. The rock formations and colors are fabulous, and the lushness of the ...Read more

From journal Honeymoon in Kauai