Seclusion, Surf, and Shrimp on Oahu's North Shore
"Delve into native Hawaiian history and spirituality at this 1,875-acre rainforest park and cultural center. Long known as the gathering place for the island’s Kahuna Nui, or high priests, Waimea Valley invites visitors to wander among ancient temples, shrines, and burial sites while learning about the earliest Hawaiian traditions. Short trails wind through this sacred valley, leading past hibiscus, birds of paradise, and a variety of feathery ferns — more than 5,000 different plants thrive at Waimea. Follow the main trail to the waterfall, where you can take a dip in the large pool at its base surrounded by the rushing of the cascade." - Travel + Leisure Editors
