Puu Ka Pele Lookout

West Kauai

Waimea Canyon Lookout

Kauai Sights

Pu'u Ka Pele lookout, which is a very small pullout near mile marker 13 on Highway 550, provides an interesting angle into Waimea Canyon through a narrow gorge. The lookout also provides the closest (though partially obstructed) view of Waipo`o Falls from Highway 550. You're still a remarkable distance away from the falls, but it's a beautiful photo opportunity. A better lookout for Waimea Canyon is Pu`u Hinahina Lookout which is just beyond Pu`u ka Pele lookout at mile marker 13.5 or the official Waimea Canyon Lookout near mile marker 10 on Highway 550.

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Latitude: 22.10144522
Longitude: -159.6766041

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