How to Hike Down Waipio Valley - Big Island - Hawaii

As one of the most beautiful places on earth, Waipio Valley is also steeped in the history and culture of Hawaii. These are a few of many reasons why it is also a very popular site for tourists. Although, most of the tourists will only stop at the lookout on the top of the valley. To get down to the valley floor, you’ll either need 4-wheel drive vehicles, go through a tour, or be willing to hike down a very steep road that is 25% grade. After 5 days of delicious Hawaii food and shave ice, we needed to take that hike down. On our last trip to the Big Island, We took on the Super steep Waipio Valley Hike. This beast of a hill is totally worth the sweat though because it leads to a gorgeous black sand beach. We will definitely do this hike again!