I'm normally more wordy than this, but I have some catching up to do…read more.. This statue is right off the roadway with parking available across the street. While you are in Hawaii spend some time and learn the history and the true culture of the Hawaiian islands. As long as you are in the area make sure you check out the local shopping and restaurants!

Located in kohala district ! Supposed birth place of king kamehameha. The king that united the…read moreislands of Hawaii. Located in front of the old country courthouse in the town of Kapa'au. Made of cast brass and painted with lifelike colors, it depicts Kamehameha I, and represents an important cultural and spiritual object for the local community.

Who knew there was so much history and tradition in this one spot? I had driven past this heiau…read moremany times and finally decided to explore. What a fascinating, educational experience! You'll find so many exhibits, a video, a large terrain map, artifacts, and you can even try lifting a stone as heavy as those that are part of the heiau (temple). Incredibly, there are THREE heiau here: one is now underwater, one is very old and its purpose and secrets died with those who used it, and the most recent one is a wonder to behold. There is also a half-mile pathway (only the upper part is accessible with a mobility chair though; the lower part is quite steep), which takes you past two of the heiau and gives you a nice view of the shoreline. I recommend a hat and SPF for the trail because the sun is pretty intense here! The rangers are happy to answer any questions. You can also follow the heiau on social media. This month (August 2026), the annual Establishment Day festival was cancelled due to Hurricane Lala. But barring another such event, mark your calendar to be here in August for that!

Impressive historical site and good interpretive signed. The pathway is paved and some of it is…read moresuitable for wheelchairs.

About 7 miles past Hana sits Wailua Falls, and it's absolutely worth the stop. This spectacular…read morewaterfall feels like one of those "you're really in Maui now" moments. It was raining when we went, which actually worked in our favor (fewer tourists). I highly recommend checking it out if you're already exploring that side of the island. And bonus, there's actually a small area where you can park, which feels like a miracle on the Road to Hana.

Beautiful waterfall with just a quick walk across the street, and a 2 minute walk closer to the…read morefalls! Definitely recommend.

It isnt much, but visiting/observing might prompt you to lookup and learn the history of the…read morelighthouse, the affiliation with the old sugar trade, and feel a little ashamed of how the sugar barons treated/enslaved indigenous Hawaiian. Its easily observed from Lapakahi State park if you take the walking tour

Would you pay $99 for AYCE prime rib dinner for two? Yes, but how about if you had to attend a…read moretimeshare sales presentation? 48 Hilton guests took the $99 offer, and came up a packed bus 20 miles from Hilton Waikoloa Village. Gathered in a large dining room sitting around six tables to hear the host give a long talk on the cultural history of the Ranch. Everyone attentive until the singer started playing Hawaiian songs, at which point everyone started talking to the others around the table. Had to talk really loud to be heard across the large table, due to the large amount of background noise. Dinner buffet self serve by table in multiple courses, including unlimited wine and lemonade. Fabulous mixed salad, so good that everyone finished their salad, even those that don't like vegetables. Main course included broccoli, potatoes, fish, and prime rib. I got a double portion of prime rib, while everyone else got a 12 oz to start off with. Thought the outside portion was way too salty and tough. Not for someone to chew with a temporary crown. Center portion was tender and juicy. Threw out a good portion of the outside and fat and gristle. Meal topped off with a dessert of cheesecake covered with sweet mango sauce. Met the host outside. Turned out we were both UC Berkeley graduates, me of class of 1975, and he of class of 1963. Oh, by the way line outside the mens bathroom, as the urinal was out of order. Those people who didn't show up for the Hilton timeshare presentation would be assessed the full $390 price of the event for two!

Fabulous opportunity to come up to Anna Ranch for a dinner with Chef Ipi via a special weekly…read morecultural event managed by the Hilton Grand Vacation folks. We were treated to oral history of the area, music, and an impromptu Hula. Truly honored to be part of this event. Oh, the food? Locally made ricotta in a crostini, mixed green salad with toasted sesame dressing, local shrimp, beef, zucchini, potatoes, and a lava cake with strawberry ice cream.

This place is the perfect restroom stop on the way from Hilo to Kona…read more Beautiful and super clean with plenty of toilet paper ! It's high up so I bet it's gorgeous to look for the Milky Way and stars! Gorgeous surroundings and Mountain View to see! Enjoy!

Looking for beautiful sunrises o , sunsets or rainbows? This…read moreis the spot to see them all. I was blown away every day at the gorgeousness of this spot. It is on the long storied Saddle Road and you will have to drive through the clouds to get there, but it is worth it!! Be cautious, careful and drive safe. Afternoon rains are normal and cold! Pack your warm weather gear, scarves, hats and gloves and warm jackets. Oh? And your camera! The stars here are fantastic. If you need to connect with yourself and nature, go here.

This is a must! The sheer power of the ocean crashing into the rocks is not only mesmerizing but…read moremagical!!!! It should be on everyone list of must dos!

Beautiful views that are worth the trip down a long winding lane. Great place for relaxing and…read moretaking in the ocean views. It's too bad the lighthouse is no longer there

This was an amazing day trip to take, and we were extremely happy to stop here. We ended up getting…read morehere with only about 20 minutes before closing, so we didn't get to read everything we wanted, but I was very happy to see everything! The statues and the shelters are super interesting to see. I love the location; it's absolutely gorgeous and mesmerizing. We took so many pictures! Remember this is a sacred place, and above all, be respectful!

great experience, warm day, high humidity. very scenic. worth the stop. dont miss the picnic…read moretables on the beach....short drive out the back on the left...

So this is settled on the property of Hilton Waikoloa I believe. Definitely there is an attempt to…read morepreserve the petroglyphs. And I do believe that a majority of them are real. But some are definitely at the hands of vandalism.that being said, it's still beautiful, still informative, and still a great thing for kids and even adults to see.

It is easy to get here especially if you stay in Waikoloa area. We used the address on Yelp to put…read moreon GPS. It is right next to King's shopping mall in Waikoloa. Park at King's shopping next to the gas station, then cross the street, walking for 100-200 yard, following the sign to petroglyph field. It is a short walk but it can be tricky because you have to walk through the lava field... so it is uneven and rocky. Like other review said there are other graffiti carving on the rocks... in the mix of ancient petroglyphs! This is probably why I did not give it a five star rating! I thought it is interesting place to check out if you are in the area! If you don't want to walk through the lava, you can stay or the left road at the sign to the petroglyph field between the lava field and the gate to the condos... before you get to the golf course, there are some beautiful petroglyphs!