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Waipio Valley on Big Island’s northern coast features towering cliffs, waterfalls, lush vegetation, and a black-sand beach. Once home to a thriving native community, it’s now a popular spot for travelers to visit via paid shuttle tour, or with a personal 4x4 vehicle and a local Hawaii ID. Visitors must show a Hawaii ID to drive down to the valley.

TRAVEL TIPS:

• Wild Horses: We don't recommend feeding the wild horses as they can become territorial and aggressive with each other when there's food around.

• Weather: It's common for clouds to roll in from the back of the valley in the afternoon, so the earlier you arrive the better. We love arriving around 9 am.

• Pack a day bag: Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, flip flops, swimsuit, towel, bug spray, umbrella for unexpected rain or sun protection, and a light jacket/windbreaker if the weather changes.

• What to wear: Comfortable walking/hiking shoes.

• What to bring: Plenty of water and snacks or pick up lunch to go, as there are few places to stop.

• Phone Service: There's little to no phone service during the drive once you pass Waimea, and especially once you arrive.

• Bathrooms: Bathrooms available at the view point.

• Parking: Limited parking spots. Make sure to hide your valuables and lock you car.

• Check in booth: Check in with the booth before attempting to drive down to the valley with a local Hawaii ID.

• Photography: Cameras are allowed for non-commercial work, otherwise you'll ned a permit from the Hawaii Film Office: https://filmoffice.hawaii.gov/locations/

• Drones: Drones are not permitted as daily helicopter tours fly over the valley.

• Accessible for Disability: There's a steep paved walking path from the parking lot to the viewpoint.