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    Kilauea Lighthouse

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    627 Reviews
    #92 of 279 Outdoor Activities in Kauai
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    Kilauea Road, Kauai, HI
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    Spectacular views surround this historic lighthouse.
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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Beautiful Lighthouse!

    I would recommend visiting for only a $10 fee, there are beautiful views of the lighthouse and you will be able to see birds, geese and possibly whales. It's a tourist attraction, but there is also helpful staff who will take your photos and answer...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank packedmule
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Great nature experience

    I am blessed every time I come here. I bring family here every time I visit. You are able to see Albatross, several Tropic birds, Ne Ne's, whales and some amazing views. You can also sign up to tour the inside of the lighthouse. That's...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank Charlotte G
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    It's a Lighthouse!

    Skip it! $10 admission to the refuge. Nice views, but, if you've seen a lighthouse before, it just doesn't matter. Ocean views are available for free all over the Hawaiian Islands. Do it if you must, but, if you miss this "attraction" you haven't missed...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    1  Thank WarrenFretwell
    Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile
    Gorgeous views!

    Views of the ocean cliffs, sea caves, and lighthouse were beautiful! It’s $10 per adult to walk up to the lighthouse, but that’s what you need to do to get great pics! There is an overlook before you enter the park so if you want...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank aliciaq
    Reviewed November 7, 2018 via mobile
    Fun place to walk around

    A very enjoyable walk to stare at the sea, cliffs and to bird watch. Literally you can spend hours wondering around watching the birds and looking over the cliffs.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank ten_in_the_sand
    Reviewed November 6, 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful View

    Quick stop on our way to Princeville- Beautiful View. We didn’t visit inside the lighthouse- would be worth it next time!

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank wlmccann
    Reviewed November 1, 2018
    Gorgeous Views While in North Kauai

    This is a good stop if you like seabirds, lighthouses, or scenic views of the ocean. All can be found here. If you are going to be at the north end of the island to visit Hanalei or Princeville, I suggest a stop. The grounds...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Gary B
    Reviewed October 31, 2018 via mobile
    Nice lighthouse with a view

    I wish to go up the lighthouse. For $10 per person, we should be allowed to climb up the lighthouse. However there is no such luck that day, on a Monday at 10am. A couple of trails leading down were closed. Nonetheless the view from...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank idahRAM2015
    Reviewed October 9, 2018
    Beautiful Views and Lots of Seabirds

    The lovely Daniel K. Inouye Lighthouse built in 1913, is in the Kilauea National Wildlife Preserve. The Preserve has a nice visitor center, great ocean views and lots of birds. Lighthouse tours are available. High on a cliff the lighthouse looks out to the Pacific...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Poodletoes
    Reviewed October 8, 2018
    Beautiful View

    Great place to watch the waves crash and to enjoy the scenery. If you have a National or State Park pass there is no fee for entry. You do need to walk from the parking area to the lighthouse but it is wheel chair accessible...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank pjstevens159
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    Teeny P
    May 7, 2018|
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    Response from bleesdo | Reviewed this property |
    Closed Sunday and Monday. Open 10 am to 4 pm Tues through Sat.
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    January 22, 2018|
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    Response from racer13715 | Reviewed this property |
    Although the point is moot as I write this, the park is operated by the Federal Government, so it may well be affected in the event of anothershutdown. The site's phone number is 808-828-1413.
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    Elaine B
    September 21, 2017|
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    Response from VKInada | Reviewed this property |
    Yes. The parking lot is on an incline, but wheelchair navigable.
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