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Limahuli Garden, Kauai
Located in Haena on the north shore of Kauai, the Limahuli Garden is set in a lush tropical valley, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the majestic Makana Mountain. It extends for over 1,000 acres (4 sq. km) of tropical rainforest and covers three distinct ecological zones. Seventeen acres are available to the public. The remaining acres are a protected nature preserve.
Guided or self-guided tours examine the lava rock terraces built by ancient Hawaiians to cultivate taro, an important food crop originally introduced by the Polynesians. The Limahuli Garden is dedicated to the preservation of native Hawaiian culture and plants. It is also the location of ongoing research and educational programs.
Taro and other plants make up the garden's collection. There is a plantation-era garden and examples of invasive species of plants introduced by modern man. The Limahuli Garden was chosen by the American Horticultural Society as the best natural botanical garden in the United States.
A 3/4 mile (1.2 km) long loop trail leads through the garden. It has some steep areas. The garden is open Tuesdays through Saturdays.
Limahuli Garden Hours and Admission
Self-guided 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Guided 10 a.m.
Please allow a minimum of 1-1/2 hours for self-guided; 2-1/2 hours for guided
Self-guided: Adults $15; Children 12 yrs. and under free
Guided: Adults $30; 10-12 yrs. $15; Children 10 yrs. and above only on tour
Reservations are required for guided tours. For more info, call (808) 826-1053.
Limahuli Garden Overview
- Located on Kauai's north shore, this is a 1,000-acre (4 sq. km) nature preserve, of which 17 acres (68,796 sq. m) are available to the public
- See native Hawaiian plants
- Was rated by the American Horticultural Society as the best natural botanical garden in the U.S.
Location: 5-8291 Kuhio Highway, Uninc Kauai County, Hawaii
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