Kona International Airport 1 hr 20
Waipiʻo Valley Lookout (12 min) Scenic overlook offering sweeping elevated views of the ocean, river valley & steep cliffs. Parker Ranch Headquarters (36 min) Old house with a history tour about the family ranch with 130,000 acres of pasture, cattle & horses. Pololu Valley Lookout (1 hr 20) Scenic lookout with striking views & access to a steep path leading to a black sand beach. Waipio Valley Lookout (12 min) Hiilawe Falls (25 min) Plunging over 1000 feet, this famous waterfall was made when a lava flow created the large cliffs. Waipi'o Black Sand Beach North (11 min) Waipio Valley Artworks (2 min) Gift shop, cafe & gallery featuring pieces by local artists, with an emphasis on woodwork. Kohala (43 min) Ancient, foot-shaped volcanic mountain with an unusual ecosystem due to its geographic isolation. Waipi'o Na'alapa Stables (2 min) Muliwai Trail (11 min) Kalōpā State Recreation Area (27 min) Park featuring an arboretum of native trees including rare loulu palms, plus a gentle loop trail. Waipio Valley (20 min) Lush landscape offering walking paths, waterfalls & elevated lookouts with sweeping sea vistas. Pololū Valley (1 hr 20) Scenic mountain valley offering lush vegetation, nature trails & an ocean beach with black sand. Waimanu Valley (4 min) |