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Jan 12, 2022 13:20:06   #
jbk224 Loc: Long Island, NY
 
Beautiful set. Thank you for sharing. We were there after the big storms and floods. The 'garden' was closed and so were the areas past Hanalei. Next time!
OP..if you have time it is just great to drive and find local places to relax and enjoy.

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Jan 12, 2022 13:53:12   #
nervous2 Loc: Provo, Utah
 
Jsykes wrote:
Would appreciate thoughts on where and what to photograph in Kauai


It's a beautiful island. Our last visit ended with a hurricane that did a number on the north shore. If you need someone to carry your bags, let me know.

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Jan 12, 2022 14:06:14   #
JerryOSF Loc: Bristol, VA
 
We did the helo flight in 1911. The "doors off' trip was excellent.

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Jan 12, 2022 14:26:16   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
Effate wrote:
Thank you for the insight, I did not know the back story on this beautiful location. It flooded terribly I think three years ago when the north end received 27” of rain in a couple of days. I am told by a friend who lives in Kilauea that it has come back. A couple of picks by the dam you spoke of.


Serenely beautiful 💚💫💚💫💚

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Jan 12, 2022 14:45:33   #
Effate Loc: El Dorado Hills, Ca.
 
Lagoonguy wrote:
The best safe trail along the southern coast is located in Poipu just beyond the Hyatt Golf Course and behind CJ Stables. Take a dusty road down to the stables and hang a right before you arrive in CJ’s parking lot and drive behind the stables and park at the end of the road. You can then take the trail to Keoniloa Bay. Absolutely beautiful with hundreds of opportunities for seascapes, cliff shots and mountain backgrounds. Arrive early or late afternoon to avoid hardly any other hikers but it is exceptional at any time. Stay on the coastal trail as much as possible, the interior trail can get you lost but nothing a few extra steps will not cure. You can also turn right at the makeshift parking area and walk along the cliff trail that is beside the Hyatt Golf Course and end up at Shipwreck Beach and it’s public parking area but it can get crowded. The Canyon is magnificent especially if you get to the end of the road at the Kalalau Valley at daybreak. It is worth the one hour drive from the Poipu area. If there is fog generally you wait ten minutes and it is gone. If you are adventurous you can rent one of the very rustic cabins at Kokee State Park for a few nights, that way it makes the early morning drive a short one. For over 28 years we annually were privileged to enjoy these and many more sights on Kauai. We enjoyed the less crowded south and west sides of the island more than the Kapaa & Princeville area but by all means do go to the North End but do it early to avoid the crowds. I have a friend that has been going there as long as we have and he will tell you that Princeville is the best. The Koloa Fish Market is the best for takeout authentic Hawaiian food but it is cash only. I envy you your visit. You will have a wonderful time. Aloha!
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Yes I second Kalalau Valley. There is a trail below the chain link fence at the left side of the overlook. First half not bad, narrow in places but the last climb to the top overlooking Na Pali is a bit sketchy. I did it when I was 70 so it’s doable if you are careful. Zoom the mountain top (picture 2)and you wil see the end of the trail where the couple is standing. Sorry number two flashes when selected and then disappears and won’t load.


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Jan 12, 2022 14:59:09   #
tgreenhaw
 
These are all excellent suggestions that I concur. The only thing I haven't seen is the drive the Ke'e Beach. There are several amazing picturesque beaches, mountain and valley vistas along the way that are worth stopping enjoying and photographing. You cannot drive all the way to Ke'e beach anymore. You have to park and get bus passes, so plan way ahead. Also, consider the National Tropical Botanical Garden (https://ntbg.org/). It's a bit pricey for the entry fee, but if you like taking pictures of flora and insects, it is spectacular for that.

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Jan 12, 2022 15:04:15   #
tgreenhaw
 
Effate wrote:
It flooded terribly I think three years ago when the north end received 27” of rain in a couple of days.

Fun fact, the unpopulated side of the island is one of the rainiest places on earth.

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Jan 12, 2022 15:05:06   #
joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
 
Effate wrote:
Second all those recommendations, additionally, I like the beaches on the north end as they will provide beauty with less crowding. Some examples of free stuff best viewed in download. If you don’t do a helicopter tour a cheaper alternative are the giant inflatables leaving Hanalei Bay to see NaPali coast. They will take you into a couple of the sea caves. Two tips, some hikes are slippery when wet (don’t wear flip flops) and winter can be a bit sketchy with the rip tides. Photos are mostly snaps but will hopefully give you some idea. #1&2 Ke’e, #3Lumahai Beach, #4Secrets Beach, #5 Polihale Beach (reef), #6 Na Pali from inflatable boat, #7 Kilauea, #8 Waimea Canyon, #9 swimming spot at Queens Bath and # 10 garden area near Princeville.
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What a great group 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

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Jan 12, 2022 15:26:43   #
Dr.Nikon Loc: Honolulu Hawaii
 
Effate ..,this was before the floods… a most remarkable place … as I said before ., permission from the owner was required to visit …


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Jan 12, 2022 15:32:17   #
Effate Loc: El Dorado Hills, Ca.
 
Dr.Nikon wrote:
Effate ..,this was before the floods… a most remarkable place … as I said before ., permission from the owner was required to visit …


Beautiful place, well photographed.

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Jan 12, 2022 15:34:53   #
Jsykes
 
jbk224 wrote:
Definitely Waimea Canyon Drive and all of their stops..to the end. Allerton/McBryde Gardens. Jack Harter Helicopter (or others) for open door tour..Na Pali can't miss here. Hanalei Bay through Princeville. Kilauea Lighthouse, Wailua Falls, Opaekaa Falls, Spouting Horn (mentioned as spout above). And yes, do not miss spectacular sunsets. We were at Kukukiua Small Boat Harbor. Enjoy one of the most beautiful places in the world.


Many thanks

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Jan 12, 2022 15:38:04   #
Jsykes
 
Dr.Nikon wrote:
Effate ..,this was before the floods… a most remarkable place … as I said before ., permission from the owner was required to visit …


Many thanks. Lovely shots. Googled "Effate" with no success. Would you be kind enough to elaborate particularly the permission from the owner comment

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Jan 12, 2022 16:39:48   #
Lagoonguy Loc: New Smyrna Beach, FL
 
Dr.Nikon wrote:
Lagoonguy…, excellent series and monologue .., Kauai is my Favorite Island …your last shot was titled gardens .., yes they are ., used to be forbidden to go in there .,, A retired navy man ., Bill .., bought the land after coming home from WW II .., It used to be a water irrigation area with the catchment dam you see in the background,,.
Bill used to sit up on top with his daughter and nurse every night in his final years to watch the sun go down .. I spent some time with him there on a few occasions..
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I can’t take credit for Effate’s outstanding photos and commentary. I did enjoy the memories and sights.

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Jan 12, 2022 16:53:51   #
Scott24
 
Pretty place pretty picture 1 st picture is my favorite kinds like a garden of Eden

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Jan 12, 2022 17:24:44   #
Scott24
 
Very nice set of a beautiful place Hard to pick a favotite they are all nice and equally beautifulyou convay what the island has to offer.

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