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Koke'e State Park

This 4,345-acre wilderness park is 4,000 feet above sea level, an elevation that affords you breathtaking views in all directions. You can gain a deeper appreciation of the island's rugged terrain and dramatic beauty from this vantage point. Large tracts of native ohi'a and koa forest cover much of the terrain, along with many varieties of exotic plants. Hikers can follow a 45-mi network of trails through diverse landscapes that feel wonderfully remote--until the tour helicopters pass overhead.

Koke's Natural History Museum is a great place to start your visit. The friendly staff is knowledgeable about trail conditions and weather, while information displays and a good selection of reference books can teach you more about the unique attributes of the native flora and fauna. You may also find that special memento or gift you've been looking for.


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Source: Fodor's





 
 
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