State Parks – My Aloha Trip

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Polihale State Park: Kauai’s Most Beautiful Beach (and camping!)

Without a doubt, Polihale State Park is the most beautiful beach on Kauai that you can drive to. It's very remote and the road is terrible, but the payoff is amazing with towering cliffs and gorgeous water. And you can even camp here! Get all the details on planning a visit or camping trip to Polihale State Park on Kauai.

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Hiking Diamond Head for Epic Honolulu Views (including a lighthouse!)

Visiting and hiking Diamond Head State Monument is an iconic thing to do when you're in Honolulu. There are things to know before planning it, including how to access the crater and all about reservations.

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Beautiful Kokeʻe State Park: Kauai’s Hiking Destination w/ Na Pali Coast Views

Hiking in Kokee State Park is one of the most beautiful things you can do on Kauai. Yes, there are challenging trails, but the epic views and dramatic forests are worth it. See our top picks for trails and visiting Koke'e State Park if you're not interested in hiking.

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Haena State Park: hiking the Kalalau Trail on the NaPali Coast – NEED TO KNOW

Hiking the Kalalau Trail of the NaPali Coast is one of the most famous things to do on Kauai. See why people travel across the world for this trail and how YOU can do it too (it's actually complicated to gain access). This is one of the most beautiful hikes in Hawaii and not to be missed if you can plan for it!

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Beautiful Akaka Falls State Park: Hilo’s Epic Waterfall Experience

Akaka Falls State Park is one of the must-see sights near Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii. One of the most iconic Hawaiian waterfalls, we've got the whole scoop on what to plan for with your visit and how to include it in your Big Island itinerary.

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Wai’anapanapa State Park: Black Sand Beach and a Swimming Waterfall on the Road to Hana

Wai'anapanapa State Park on the Road to Hana is a fun stop with a beautiful black sand beach. Add to that the nearby Pua'a Ka'a waterfall that you can swim at, and it's a great adventure and a highlight of Maui.

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Waimea Canyon State Park on Kauai – Epically Beautiful

The most beautiful place on Kauai, Waimea Canyon State Park is an incredible site full of beautiful hikes and viewpoints. See what to do and where to go at Waimea Canyon, and suggestion to add to your visit upcountry.

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Iao Valley State Park – a Beautiful Maui Icon to Visit

The Iao Valley on Maui is one of the most iconic sights to see here in the West Maui Mountains. While it's not really a hiking destination, the trails are beautiful and it's worth adding to your plans when you visit Maui.

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Lapakahi State Historical Park – Native Hawaiian History and Beautiful Snorkeling

Lapakahi State Historical Park is a beautiful spot on the Kona Coast with structures, exhibits and a small snorkeling cove. See what you can find here at Lapakahi State Park, accessibility notes and more suggestions for historic sites to visit on the Kona Coast.