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Description

One of the most beautiful canyons in the world! A tough, hot 2.5 mile hike (Kukui Trail) to put in for a nice section of Class III-IV+. You can hike further up canyon for more action: either hike til a fork at Koai'e Canyon or (depending on flow) hike up Koai'e Canyon to Lonomea Camp. There's a nice short play section available by hiking up from top of Waimea River Road. You will have to ferry the river several times as you hike up -- go as far as you can hike. If you commit to the Ditch Road, plan on 2 extra miles of up hill hiking (with no river in sight). It's worth every step! SectionLength (miles)Gradient AveGradient MaxLonomea Camp to Kaluahaulu Camp2.5285328Kaluahaulu Camp to Keanapahu3.689140Keanapahu to gauge (end of Waimea Road)4.8578116 See also: Koaie Stream page where a trip report also gives some description of Waimea Canyon.