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Wailua State Park and Wailua River
Wailua River State Park is the home of the Wailua River. The 20-mile river's source is 5,148-foot Mount Waialeale in the center of the island. You can negotiate Hawaii's longest navigable river by boat, kayak, or outrigger canoe. Kuamoo Road (Hwy. 580, or King's Highway) goes inland along the north side of the river from Kuhio Highway (Hwy. 56).
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Opaeka'a Falls
Opaeka'a Falls is an unforgettable waterfall with the scenic peaks of the Makaleha Mountains in the background and a restored Hawaiian village on the riverbanks.
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Sleeping Giant (Mt. Nounou)
The Sleeping Giant is an odd formation on a mountain ridge between Wailua and Kapaa, a quirk of nature that has given rise to many myths and legends. Some say he was tricked into eating rocks and fell asleep on a full tummy never to wake again. Others say he nodded off -- for eternity -- after he ate too much at a celebration. The view from Sleeping Giant is stunning and it's not hard to get there. Mount Nounou Trail is less than a 2-mile hike to the top of the mountain. The trail head is on Halelilo Road in Wailua.
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Poli'ahu Heiau
Poli'ahu Heiau is one of seven heiau along the banks of the Wailua River and stands across the road from the Opaeka'a Falls overlook. The personal temple of Kaua'i's last king, Kaumuali'i, legend states that this large enclosure of black lava rock was built by the Menehune.
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Wailua Golf Course
This public course was first built as a 9-hole golf course in the 1930's, the second 9 holes were added in 1961. Wailua Golf Course hosted 3 USGA Amateur Public Links Championships and was voted by Golf Digest as one of Hawaii's best 15 golf courses. Reservations only taken thru phone or in person - (808) 241-6666.
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Ke Ala Hele Makalae Coastal Path
This 4.1 mile coastal path runs from Lihi Park in Lihue to Kealia Beach and offers many stunning vistas as well as picnic areas. You can walk the path as well as rent bikes from several businesses near the path. This is a must do for any visit to the Eastside.
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Kealia Beach
Rooting on surfers at Kealia Beach is a popular activity among locals and visitors alike. This beautiful white sand beach stretches for a ½ mile and offers great opportunities to surf, swim and sun bathe. Always remember "safety first" when visiting any beach.
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Kapaa Town
Kapaa, the heart of the Royal Coconut Coast, is a historic town that offers many unique stores and restaurants. Take time to stroll around and visit the many galleries and businesses for a special gift for yourself or a loved one. Kapaa has several shopping centers including the Coconut Market Place and Kini Popo Shopping Village.
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Kaua'i Made
Be sure to take home a memento (or two) of your trip to Kaua'i - look for the Kaua'i Made label which ensures that your treasure is a product of our lovely island. Visit the Kaua'i Made web site at kauaimade.net for more information on our mission and members.
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Kaua'i Festivals
The Royal Coconut Coast is home to many exciting year round events perfect for the whole family. Visit kauaifestivals.com for a list of events.
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Taste of Hawaii
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Smith's Tropical Paradise
Taste of Hawaii - the Ultimate Sunday Brunch - is a food and drink festival of the highest order. For one admission ticket you can enjoy food prepared by 50 of Hawaii's best chefs, imbibe at any or all of our 15 beverage stations (beer, fine wines, water, soft drinks, coffee and specialty coffee drinks and smoothies), listen to 14 musical groups perform throughout the afternoon and shop our large silent auction. All set within the beautiful park-like grounds of Smith's Tropical Paradise, the 2011 event is our 23rd annual!
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Kaua'i Mayor-a-thon 2011
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Marathon at Kapaa Beach Park
The Mayor-a-thon is a free event, coordinated by the County of Kaua'i, Kaua'i Path, and Get Fit Kaua'i, with the purpose of encouraging physical health and fitness in island residents.
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Heiva I Kaua'i Ia Orana Tahiti
August 6-7, 2011
Celebration Festival at Kapaa Beach Park
Two days of Tahitian dance and drumming. There are also exhibitions, food booths, gifts and craft sales, music and lots of entertainment. Dance and drumming workshops also available along with hands-on Polynesian cultural craft demonstrations. 10am-5pm each day.
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Kaua'i Pow Wow at Kapaa Beach Park
September 23-25, 2011
The Kaua'i Pow Wow event is a cultural Native American celebration where Native American people from various tribes share their traditional dance styles, drum songs and handmade arts and crafts. Indian tacos and frybread, a staple of the Native American people, will be for sale.
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The Coconut Festival presented by the Kapaa Business Association
October 1, 2011
The Coconut Festival is a two day cultural festival that offers Polynesian and coconut themed entertainment, cultural and historical exhibits and demonstrations, food, crafts, games, contests, hands-on cultural activities and cooking demonstrations.
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Kaua'i Veterans Day Parade in Kapaa Town
November 5, 2011
Veterans themed parade through Kapaa Town and ending at Kapaa Beach Park where there will be music, food, and military demonstrations. Come join us in honoring our veterans.