Waimea Valley
A tropical botanical garden valley on the North Shore. A paved trail of about 1.2 km leads to Waimea Falls, where you can swim in the pool below wearing a life vest when it is open.
Waimea Valley lies across Waimea Bay on the North Shore. It holds deep cultural significance for Native Hawaiians. Today it is open as a botanical garden, growing tropical plants from around the world and reconstructing the site of an ancient Hawaiian village. Following the gentle paved trail for about 1.2 km (around 30 minutes) brings you to Waimea Falls, about 13 meters high. When open, you can wear a life vest and swim in the pool beneath (subject to water quality). Admission is about US$25. It is open daily, with electric shuttle carts available. It pairs well with the North Shore surf beaches and the town of Haleʻiwa.
Opening hours
09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- North Shore, Oahu
- Laniakea Beach (Turtle Beach)
- Haleʻiwa Town
- Dole Plantation
- Polynesian Cultural Center
- Kaʻena Point
- Waikele Premium Outlets
- Kualoa Ranch