Waimea Valley

Waimea Valley is a botanical garden, cultural site, and waterfall park in Haleiwa, on Oʻahu's North Shore. Once a month, the kamaʻāina-only La Ohana Day makes a visit dramatically more affordable for residents and their families.

The kamaʻāina deal

• La Ohana Day: every 3rd Sunday of the month
• Kamaʻāina receive 50% off general admission
• Valid Hawaiʻi ID required

What to expect

La Ohana Day is built around family time in the valley: Hawaiian cultural activities and demonstrations, resident artisans and craftspeople, the valley's botanical gardens, and swimming at Waimea Falls at the top of the trail. There are also volunteer opportunities on these days for residents who want to help care for the valley itself, tying into Waimea's role as both a cultural and conservation site. The event is designed to be accessible for all ages, from keiki to kūpuna.

Good to know

Waimea Valley has long been one of the North Shore's signature stops — a sacred Hawaiian site historically, now managed as a nonprofit botanical garden and cultural preserve with acres of collected plant species and one of the North Shore's most reliable swimming waterfalls at its far end. The trail through the valley passes historic Hawaiian house sites and a heiau (temple), reflecting Waimea's long history as one of Oʻahu's significant ahupuaʻa (traditional land divisions). The valley sits just inland from Waimea Bay, one of Oʻahu's best-known big-wave surf spots in winter, so a trip here pairs naturally with a stop at the beach.

Who it's best for

Families looking for an easy, low-cost outing that mixes the outdoors, culture, and a swim — especially residents who haven't been back to the valley in a while and want a reason (and a discount) to return on a relaxed Sunday.

How to book

No advance booking or code is needed for La Ohana Day — just bring a valid Hawaiʻi ID to the admission window on the 3rd Sunday of the month. Visit waimeavalley.net to confirm hours and current admission details before you go.

A valid Hawaiʻi ID is required for kamaʻāina offers. Terms and blackout dates may apply — confirm current details with the business. Listed via the Hawaiʻi Visitors & Convention Bureau.