Sandy's Kauai Picks #5
Waimea Canyon State Park
I don't think I really have words to describe 'the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.' There's a lot to see, but we definitely should not miss the Waimea Canyon Lookout, which offers sweeping views of the canyon from 3,400 feet. It's signposted 585 yards north of the 10-mile marker on Waimea Canyon Rd.
Two interesting options for those interested in exploring the canyon a bit more:
1) Hiking: Near the 9-mile marker, there's the trailhead for two fairly short hikes. First there's the Iliau Nature Loop, which is about a ten minute trail walk to another vista point. There's also the Kukui Trail, which is a bit more challenging. It's about 2.5 miles down a steep trail that takes you down basically to the riverbed; LP also suggests that you can hike down just the first mile for another great view of the canyon.
Hours: Anytime you like
Cost: Free, unless you take a nasty tumble on the trail
2) Biking: This sounds pretty fun - Outfitters Kaua'i offers a biking tour that takes you from 3,600 feet all the way down to sea level. It's an easy downhill ride that takes about half a day - they provide the cruisers, helmets, and snacks. Blake and I did a similar kind of bike tour in Bali and had a great time. You just coast along and take in the sights.
Hours: 6:00 check-in,10:30AM return OR 2:30 check-in, 7:00PM return (LP suggests the early tour to avoid being blinded by the setting sun)
Cost: $98/adult
I don't think I really have words to describe 'the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.' There's a lot to see, but we definitely should not miss the Waimea Canyon Lookout, which offers sweeping views of the canyon from 3,400 feet. It's signposted 585 yards north of the 10-mile marker on Waimea Canyon Rd.
Two interesting options for those interested in exploring the canyon a bit more:
1) Hiking: Near the 9-mile marker, there's the trailhead for two fairly short hikes. First there's the Iliau Nature Loop, which is about a ten minute trail walk to another vista point. There's also the Kukui Trail, which is a bit more challenging. It's about 2.5 miles down a steep trail that takes you down basically to the riverbed; LP also suggests that you can hike down just the first mile for another great view of the canyon.
Hours: Anytime you like
Cost: Free, unless you take a nasty tumble on the trail
2) Biking: This sounds pretty fun - Outfitters Kaua'i offers a biking tour that takes you from 3,600 feet all the way down to sea level. It's an easy downhill ride that takes about half a day - they provide the cruisers, helmets, and snacks. Blake and I did a similar kind of bike tour in Bali and had a great time. You just coast along and take in the sights.
Hours: 6:00 check-in,10:30AM return OR 2:30 check-in, 7:00PM return (LP suggests the early tour to avoid being blinded by the setting sun)
Cost: $98/adult
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