Keahua Arboretum

Keahua Arboretum is just off the road from Waihua Reservoir on Kuamo'o Road in Wailua, in East Kauai, Hawaii. It has monkeypod, mango and eucalyptus trees. There are several picnic tables and pavilions throughout the area near the streams and freshwater pools. The streams and pools are fed by Wailua River, which also flows into a large enough area for swimming and playing in water.

The arboretum offers several trails like Kuilau Ridge Trail and Powerline Trail. These trails go through the forested area of the arboretum to show the various species of plants. Tour groups often have guided hikes and off road options to view the area. Visitors can view Mount Waialeale from the trails. The two trails are about 15 minutes walk each. There are also longer hiking trails that start at the Arboretum. One of the trails is Kuilau Ridge Hike. Powerline also splits off for a longer hike.

To find the park, take Highway 56 from Lihue going north. Visitors have to cross Wailua River Bridge to turn left onto Kuamo'o Road or Highway 580. From there the Keahua Forestry Arboretum is five miles along the road slightly past Wailua Reservoir. It is a nice area for enjoying the outdoors.