Waimea Falls Park, Oahu

Waimea Falls Park at a Glance

Not far from the monster waves of the famous Waimea Bay on the island of Oahu lies a swath of a breathtaking nature lovers’ paradise called the Waimea Falls Park. It is a beautiful 1,800-acres visitor attraction that is also a sanctuary for rare birds and plants endemic to Hawaii. A trip to this place is a combination of learning about Hawaiian history and appreciation of nature.

Bird lovers can enjoy a field day at the Waimea Falls Park. Those who love flowers will be fascinated by their varying blooms of different colors and sizes as they line the trails. A tour to 35 tropical botanical gardens is also for the taking. The place boasts more than 5,000 varieties of plant species. Unlike at Manoa Falls where dipping is prohibited, swimming and boating is allowed here so visitors can enjoy a refreshing swim in the natural pool or under the cascading waterfall.

Adventurers will enjoy the sights and sounds of the Hawaiian Island's natural beauty through horseback riding, biking, kayaking or hiking. There are also cultural shows featuring male and female hula dancers, a guided tour to 78 reconstructed archaeological sites that show the life of earlier inhabitants of the area.

For a bit of romance, Waimea Falls Park is also open from 8 pm to 10 pm on Friday nights that fall closest to a full moon. This is aptly called the “Moon Walks,” when visitors can trek the moonlit park towards the waterfall. It is wise to bring flashlights and an ample supply of insect repellant for this nocturnal walk.

Waimea Falls Park in Bullet Points

Park encompasses almost 1,900 acres and features lush vegetation
Learn about Hawaiian nature, history and culture
Swim under a cascading waterfall in a natural pool
Hike through a tropical botanical garden
Watch cultural hula and music demonstrations

General admission

$24 per person
$12 for children ages 4-12
Kamaaina (local) rates are $12 (adults) and $6 (children)

Waimea Falls Park Hours

Open daily from 10 am to 5:30 pm

Waimea Falls Park Location

Address: 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa HI 96712

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