Koke'e Museum, Kauai

Waimea Canyon Road, West Kauai
808-335-9975

Koke'e State Park is located at a 4,000 foot elevation atop Waimea Canyon ridge. The park encompasses 4,345 acres of land and has over 45 miles of trails. A 20-square mile highland bog is known as the Alaka'i Swamp and is a unique experience. The park is home to many rare birds, many are the only ones of their kind, that live in the 'ohi'a and sandalwood trees that grow here. The swamp area is home to the rare alpine plants and native land mammals, such as the hoary bat. The Koke'e Museum serves as the visitor center for the park and has books and information about hikes, guides, and tours of the area. The park stages the Banana Poka Festival every May and the Eo e Emalani I Alaka'i festival every October.

Directions:

Take Highway 50 to Waimea. Turn right on Waimea Canyon Road. The Koke'e Museum is located between Mile Marker #15 and 16 on the left.

Useful Information:

Educational and informational brochures, books, and displays about the park, the animals, and the hiking

The Park Rangers offer suggestions as to which trail is most suitable for a hikers interests and abilities

Weather and trail conditions are also available

Campsites and Lodge accomodations located here

Restrooms and fresh water

No gas stations located in the park - be sure to fill up before starting out on this trip

Museum is open 10am - 4pm, daily

Donations accepted