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West Kauai
The island of Ni'ihau lies 17 mile off the west
coast of Kauai. This "forbidden" island
is inhabited by approximately 200 full-blooded Hawaiians
that keep compeltely to themselves.
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The island is 18 miles long by 5
miles wide - 90 square miles. It is mostly barren
with no steams or rivers. The residents work on the
cattle and sheep ranch of the Robinsons who own the
entire island.
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On clear days, one of the best views
of Ni'ihau is from the Pu'u Hinahina Lookout on Waimea
Canyon Drive.
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Visitors are not permitted on the
island, however, special hunting, scuba diving, and
helicopter trips are now being offered.
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Useful Information:
- Best views are from lookouts along Waimea Canyon
Road
- General access to the island is prohibited
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DIRECTIONS:
To reach Pu'u Hinahina Lookout, take Highway 50 west
from Hanapepe to Highway 560 at Mile Marker #23. Turn
right on Waimea Canyon Road. The lookout is near Mile
Marker #13. Views of Ni'ihau vary with weather conditions.
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