Spanning over six thousand acres, Na Pali Coast State Park is filled with natural beauty and stunning scenery. This includes towering cliffs with some as high as 4000 feet. In addition to being home to a beautiful nature reserve, this state park also provides some great hiking trails making it the perfect place for those looking to explore the great outdoors. One of these trails takes you through a number of valleys before bringing you out at the gorgeous Kalalou Beach. From lush greenery to golden sands and crystal clear waterfalls, you will find it all at Na Pali.
Sometimes referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, Waimea Canyon is a canyon that stretches for around ten miles with a depth of up to three thousand feet. Those who go to see this canyon find themselves enjoying an awe-inspiring sight, which is further enhanced by the outstanding beauty of Waimea Canyon State Park. This is the perfect place to come if you want to enjoy nature at its best along with great scenery and some great walks.
Situated above the Wailua River, Wailua Falls is a stunning waterfall that cascades down more than 170 feet. When you visit the falls you will find a number of walking trails and pathways that can take you to the bottom, where you can further explore the natural beauty of the area. These picturesque falls are even famous, as they were used for the opening credits of the television show Fantasy Island.
Running along the Na Pali Coast, the Kalalau Trail is a challenging eleven mile trail that takes you through some beautiful scenery and settings. This is a trail that generally requires two days for average hikers in order to complete the round trip. You can combine your trek with an exciting camping experience at the attractive Kalalau beach, which the trail will bring you out at. Remote, beautiful, tranquil yet enticingly challenging, this has become a popular trail for lovers of the great outdoors.
Situated on the western side of the island, this remote and peaceful wild beach runs for several miles. You will find sand dunes along the beach, some of which are one hundred feet high. There are also some facilities available on the beach including cold running water and showers. However, as this is a remote beach those visiting should take along any supplies they need such as an umbrella for shade, refreshments, and other necessities.
