Waipio Valley

Thanks to all of you who have been helpful in planning our trip to the Big Island. We leave tomorrow! I am wondering about Waipio Valley. Is it worth it to drive the spur road to get there and enjoy the view from the rim and then turn around and drive back to the main road. If to really appreciate this wondrous place, do we need to go down in? We will not do a tour as we doing the Gardens that morning and don%26#39;t want to be rushed to get there and we won%26#39;t walk or drive ourselves. Thanks for any input. I will be sure to write a trip report when we get back?

Marlene

Waipio Valley

Marelnesusan,

I would vote yes, it is worth it, but that is just me. I love the overlook. Gorgeous, esp. on a nice sunny day!

Also, stop at Tex%26#39;s Drive in and grab a malasadas where you get back on the highway. Not to be missed!

Hope you have a great trip!

Good luck and happy travels!

Waipio Valley

Definately a beautiful view if you have the time to spare, but I still dont think it does the valley justice. It is much better to hike down or take one of the tour shuttles to see the falls, beach, and river. Either way if you only have time to drive to the rim, it is worth it. Its not that far from Highway 19 (a little over 9 miles) so you are not commiting yourself to a two-hour affair.

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