Things to do in Waimea
Waimea, also called Kamuela, is an upcountry town inland from the Kohala Coast, in ranch country of green pastures, cattle and paniolo, the Hawaiian cowboys. Kohala Mountain Road leads north from Waimea to Hāwī.
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Attractions near Waimea
All attractions ▸Mauna Kea State Recreation AreaA County park on Saddle Road at the base of Mauna Kea, now named the Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area, with picnic areas, a playground and group lodging by permit.Mauna Kea SummitA high summit reached by four-wheel drive above the Visitor Information Station, with firm altitude health warnings.Mauna Kea ObservatoriesIndependent observatories on the summit of Maunakea, a mountain of major spiritual significance to Native Hawaiians, reached by four-wheel drive.Waimea Farmers MarketSaturday morning market in Waimea with local produce and paniolo cultureKohala Mountain Road (Hwy 250)A state highway from Waimea north to Hāwī, starting in Waimea's upcountry pastureland.Parker RanchA working cattle ranch in Waimea, tied to Hawaiʻi's paniolo history, with two historic family homes open by appointment.Anna Ranch Heritage CenterA historic Waimea ranch and heritage center telling the story of Anna Lindsey Perry-Fiske and ranching in Hawaiʻi.Hawaii Volcanoes National ParkA national park that takes in the summits of Kīlauea and Mauna Loa, open around the clock, with an entrance fee and no cash accepted.
About Waimea
Anna Ranch Heritage Center, still a working ranch and listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places, tells the story of Anna Lindsey Perry-Fiske. Parker Ranch has two historic homes, Puuopelu and Mana Hale, in the Waimea countryside. The Kahilu Theatre presents music, dance and other performances.
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