Waimea Canyon / Waipo'o Falls

June 3, 2024 - Kauai, Hawaii

4.7 mi  /  592 ft

The second hike we did on our Kauai trip was in Waimea Canyon, the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" (or something like that). This whole area was really spectacular...it really did resemble the Grand Canyon in many ways, only a lot greener and humid. We did a steep and muddy/slippery trail called the Cliff Trail down to Waipo'o Falls. This waterfall wasn't as dramatic as Secret Falls, but really nice nonetheless and of course I took advantage of the opportunity to take a swim at the base. :) The best part of this hike, however, was the amazing view of the canyon along the rim just before the falls.

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