Aerial view of Waimea Valley/Bay on the north shore, Oahu. Waimea Valley, on the north shore of Oahu, is an extremely powerful area. The ancient Polynesians use the word mana to describe "a spiritual quality considered to have supernatural origin". This spiritual energy could be found in people, places and even inanimate objects. Waimea possesses mana. From the massive 40-60ft waves that crash on it's beaches, to the sacred Puu o Mahuka Heiau (Hawaiian Temple) that overlooks her valley and the majestic Waimea Waterfalls that flow from the forest to the ocean....Waimea is the embodiment of this sacred energy.
 |  Ohi'a Lehua flower |
Waimea Valley State Park is a great place to witness the vast botanical plants, trees and flowers that abound in lush tropical areas of the Hawaiian islands. Visitors can see Ancient Hawaiian Archaeological sites and learn how this unique culture lived. Waimea Valley also boasts one of the most accessible waterfalls on the island of Oahu.
 Waimea Waterfalls, Oahu.  |  Hawaiian cultural site. Waimea Valley, Oahu.  Hibiscus (pua aloalo in the Hawaiian language) |
The Waimea Waterfalls are approximately 3/4 of a mile from the main visitor's center at the Waimea State Park. It's a moderate, paved hike that generally takes about 2-3 hours round trip. The visitors center has a snack bar, gift shop and restrooms. For more information about the area and admission fees, please visit
http://www.waimeavalley.net.
Swimming at Waimea Waterfalls, Oahu.
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