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A lush Hawaiian island built around dramatic coastal hiking, waterfalls, beaches, surfing and tropical adventure.

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Waimea Canyon State Park

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Kalalau Lookout

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Princeville Botanical Gardens

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Kilauea Lighthouse

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Kauaʻi Museum

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Fern Grotto

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Red Sand Falls

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Also known as Red Rock Waterfall. Park in the pullout on the opposite side of the road. You have to climb over a guardrail to get to the falls. The Falls are about 6-7 feet high. You have to hop over a small stream in a mini ravine to get across.

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Princeville Ranch Adventures

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Altius Athletics

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Garden Island Chocolate

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Hanalei Pier

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Opaeka`a Falls View

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