Waimea, Cattle ranching center in Hawaii County, United States
Located at 2,670 feet above sea level at the southern foot of Kohala volcano, Waimea experiences cooler temperatures than coastal Hawaiian regions.
During World War II, the town hosted Camp Tarawa and increased agricultural production to meet rising demand for beef and vegetables.
The annual Fourth of July rodeo at Parker Ranch celebrates the paniolo traditions and ranching heritage that define the community.
The post office recognizes Waimea under the name Kamuela, while residents and local government use Waimea for all other purposes.
The headquarters of notable astronomical facilities, including W.M. Keck Observatory and Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope, operate from this inland location.
Location: Hawaii County
GPS coordinates: 20.02028,-155.66778
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:58
Mauna Kea Observatories
29.9 km
W. M. Keck Observatory
29.6 km
Waipio Valley
13.6 km
Subaru Telescope
29.5 km
Parker Ranch
1.3 km
Kohala
9 km
James Clerk Maxwell Telescope
29.7 km
Waikoloa Beach
25.7 km
Hiilawe Waterfall
11.2 km
Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site
16.1 km
NASA Infrared Telescope Facility
29.7 km
Submillimeter Array
29.5 km
Canada–France–Hawaii Telescope
30.1 km
Caltech Submillimeter Observatory
29.8 km
United Kingdom Infrared Telescope
30.2 km
Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hawi
29.8 km
Bond District
26.3 km
Isaacs Art Center
623 m
Anna Ranch Heritage Center
2 km
Pua Mau Place Arboretum and Botanical Garden
19.3 km
Imiola Church
787 m
Hokuloa Church (Puako)
19.6 km
SPIRou
30 km
Kohala District Courthouse
27.5 km
Kauhola Point Light
27.4 km
Honoka'a People's Theatre
23.2 km
49 Black Sand Beach
24.2 km
Waipio Valley Lookout
13.9 kmReviews
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