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Hanalei Valley Lookout

The Hanalei Valley Lookout at Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge in Princeville, Hawaii (Kauai) is a roadside vista that features stunning views of the Hanalei Valley including taro fields surrounded by massive mountains with a 2,800-foot waterfall cascading down.

There is no hiking required, just a few steps to reach the lookout, but worth the time for a nice view. This location is also just one of two publicly-accessible places within the entire Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge and also the easiest to experience for the best payout.

Parking
Visitors will find parking at the coordinates provided. The lot is large enough to fit less than 10 vehicles.

Pets
Dogs are allowed at this overlook. Please clean up after your pet.

Respecting the Land
Hawaiian land is considered sacred to native Hawaiians and many locals, so please stay on-trail, take nothing but photos, and leave nothing but footprints. Respect the locals - don't stay for long and have a backup hike planned in case the parking lot is full.
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Know Before You Go

  • Hanalei Valley Lookout offers accessible, stunning views of Hanalei Valley's taro fields, mountains, and a waterfall without requiring any hiking.
  • It's one of the only publicly accessible spots in Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge and offers the easiest way to experience its beauty.
  • The overlook provides a small parking lot and is dog-friendly (with cleanup required).
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Distance
N / A
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
5 min
Elev. Gain
0'
Rating
0.0
Added
June 26, 2022
Updated
July 06, 2022

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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    22.21272, -159.475664
  2. Main Trailhead

    22.21273, -159.475638

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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