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Waimea Valley

Waimea Valley was once a thriving center of agriculture, shaped by extensive terraces and stone walls built to support crops and carefully guide the flow of water. Many of these terraces can still be seen throughout the valley today. In Hawaiian, māla means “garden,” and loʻi refers to an “irrigated terrace.” Traditional Hawaiian farming focused on kalo, or taro, the staple crop used to make poi.

Mahiʻai—Hawaiian farmers—planted and harvested by hand, using their feet, skill, and an essential tool called the ʻōʻō to dig planting holes and remove weeds. They engineered sophisticated irrigation systems that carried fresh water through their fields, sustaining both the crops and the land. This work was guided by the values of e ola pono—living in balance—and aloha ʻāina, a deep love and respect for the land.

Agricultural Terraces

Hale Iwi (House of Bones) is an extremely special and sacred site within Waimea Valley. Based on archaeological research, this site shows many signs of being a burial temple for a well-loved, high ranking person. It appears to have been built in three phases beginning in the 1600’s. As one of the largest pre-contact structures in the Valley, its size indicates considerable energy was expended in its construction and over thirty archeological features have been documented here.

Hale Iwi

The first significant site you will see as you enter the Valley is Hale o Lono (House of Lono) dedicated to the Hawaiian God, Lono. This heiau (religious place of worship) is believed to have been originally constructed around 1470 AD. Lono is associated with peace, fertility, agriculture, rainfall, and music. Ho'oilo (rainy season/winter) occurs each year from about November through February and is considered the time of Lono. No unecessary work was to be done and war was forbidden throughout the islands. It was a time of rest, sport, and celebration. However, it was also a time of tax collection. At the beginning of the season, marked by the rising of Makali'i (constellation Pleides), taxes in the form of offerings to Lono were collected at each ahupua'a (land division). Offerings included food such as taro, sweet potatoes, chickens and dogs, dried fish, clothing, cordage, feathers, or anything else of value. 

Hale o Lono

"Hawaiʻi is the birthplace of the modern hibiscus hybrid, and this garden is truly one of a kind in the world. Here, you are invited into the story of how nearly every modern hibiscus hybrid can trace its roots back to these islands.

As you move through the garden, each section unfolds a different chapter in the evolution of hybridization in Hawaiʻi. This journey follows a chronological path, highlighting the innovation, experimentation, and passion that shaped these remarkable flowers.

Along the way, you’ll encounter the stories of key figures—members of a small but deeply dedicated community of hybridizers—whose work transformed Hawaiʻi into a global center of hibiscus cultivation and innovation.


Hawaiian Hybrid Hibiscus Garden

You can find the Hawaiian Games site in the middle of the Valley just past the Upper Meadow. Built-in the mid-70s and tucked away is a large area with traditional games such as 'ulu maika (a game that resembles contemporary lawn bowling), kōnane (similar to a blend of chess and checkers), and moa pahe‘e (Dart Sliding).  Take a step back in time and come learn how to play these games with our staff and your friends and family.

Kahua Pā‘ani (Hawaiian Games Site)

A kauhale (many houses) is a traditional Hawaiian living site for a high-ranking chief or priest.   Hawaiians did not live in homes like we do today, with many rooms under one roof – rather – each room is its own dwelling place, either a hale (house) or a simple lean-to. The entire living site is known as the kauhale.

Hawaiian hale are constructed from natural materials including wood, grass and coconut-fiber cordage.  In an effort to provide visitors with an understanding of what this kauhale was like, the hale are re-constructed using traditional techniques and materials.

Please be sure to take the free self guided Ka'apuni tour and earn a certificate and pin!

Kauhale

"These pohaku (stones) are a ko‘a (shrine) dedicated to the fishing god, Ku‘ula.  In Hawaiian tradition, fishing is an integral part of everyday life and many prayers and ceremonies are offered to ensure successful catches. 

The first, best or largest catch was presented at the ko‘a as an offering to the fishing gods to ensure safety and future catches.

What you see:  Pohaku Kamohoaliʻi (A stone image representing the shark god Kamohoali'i)
Eight upright stones representing the eight Hawaiian seas
 - Kaulakahi (between Kauaʻi and Niʻihau)
 - Kaʻieʻiewaho (between Kauaʻi and Oʻahu)
 - Kaiwi (between O'ahu and Molokaʻi)
 - Pailolo (between Moloka'i and Maui)
 - Alalākeiki (between Maui and Kahoʻolawe)
 - Auʻau (between Maui and Lanaʻi)
 - Kalohi (between Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi)
 - Kealaikahiki (between Kahoʻolawe and Lānaʻi)
 - Alenuihāhā (between Maui and Hawaiʻi)

Six stones representing the six moons most favorable for fishing. These include:
Hilo (first night)
Hua (thirteenth night)
Akua (fourteenth night)
Hoku (fifteenth night)
Māhealani (sixteenth night)
Mauli (twenty-ninth night)"

Ku'ula Fishing Shrine

The wailele at the back of the Valley is a sacred site. The name of this Hawaiian waterfall changes depending on the amount of water that is flowing. When the water flows gently, the name is Waihe’e, meaning softly dripping water. After heavy rains, when more water is flowing, its name is Waihi, which means purging water.

The rains of the Ko’olau (windward) mountains, many miles away, flow into Kamananui stream and affect the flow of the wailele. During the winter months, in times of especially high rainfall, the Valley has flooded many times throughout history, including most recently in 1990. In contrast, the waterfall sometimes disappears entirely for days at a time in the dry Summer.

Wai (freshwater) is sacred to Hawaiian people. Ka wai ola, or life-giving waters, in the form of rivers, streams, springs, and ponds represent life, purity, and health. The word for wealth or value in Hawaiian is waiwai (water-water), because of its necessity for sustaining life. In the past, Hawaiians never defiled a freshwater source. All bathing and washing were done closer to the ocean, near the end of the stream or river.

Wailele 

Bar Kikoni, a full-service bar, at Waimea Valley is open daily from 11 am to 5 pm. Enjoy a fresh cocktail after your walk through the Valley or come to hang out with some friends and order some pupus at Wahi ʻĀina. We’ll see you there!

Bar Kikoni 

Come visit our coffee shop and bakery! All food items made locally here in Waimea Valley