Waimea Canyon Trail Map

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Located at 779 Kokee Road in Waimea, Hawaii, the Waimea Canyon Trail is a popular tourist attraction and park offering stunning views of the deep …

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Feb 19, 2025
Loved this hike w 2 water falls. Definitely give yourself time. It was steeper than I anticipated, but I loved it just the same.Full review by 373jaxk
Jan 23, 2025
This hike is moderate if there has been no rain. If it is raining or rained recently it will be a slippery mud slide. There are hiking sticks at the beginning of the trail people leave behind and I…Full review by MichelleC9052014
Nov 26, 2024
First of all - you need to know that this is listed as a "moderate" trail but you will be doing some decent uphill climbs. The trail head sign says 1.8 miles and 2-3 hours. We are experienced hik…Full review by richa293

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my family of 4 including a 16 and 13 yr old are driving to Waimea Canyon-I would love some recommendations on …
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my family of 4 including a 16 and 13 yr old are driving to Waimea Canyon-I would love some recommendations on the best way to see the area, best hikes, etc for a day trip
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You can’t go wrong with any of the trails. Research them online ahead of time and choose according to your ability and desired length of time. Recommend going in the morning as the …
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You can’t go wrong with any of the trails. Research them online ahead of time and choose according to your ability and desired length of time. Recommend going in the morning as the clouds frequently come mid-morning, blocking the view.
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Hello! I was reading your post on the Canyon Trail. I will not have 4WD so is it ok to park at Hinahina lookout and walk …
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Hello! I was reading your post on the Canyon Trail. I will not have 4WD so is it ok to park at Hinahina lookout and walk to the trail via new spur trail? What time do you recommend getting to the look out to park? Thank you
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Hello! I am not familiar with the new spur trail so I would recommend you read up on it. From all of our three weeks in Kauai, we found that the earlier we arrived, the better our …
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Hello! I am not familiar with the new spur trail so I would recommend you read up on it. From all of our three weeks in Kauai, we found that the earlier we arrived, the better our chances were of finding parking. Even when some travel books recommended arriving by 8:00 am, we were disappointed and learned that earlier was better and to avoid the popular places over the week end whenever possible. Enjoy!
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Answer by LUchicago · Dec 5, 2017
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Where do we park to hike the trail? Thank you
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TO add to my previous answer and not mix you up with someone else's response...I believe Canyon trail has two entry/exit points from highway as some trails intersect in …
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TO add to my previous answer and not mix you up with someone else's response...I believe Canyon trail has two entry/exit points from highway as some trails intersect in the canyon!
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Hi, Can my 6 1/2 year old son do the trail?
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Probably not the best trail for young kids because of difficulty, but you can try and turn around anytime
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