5 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Kapa'a - Atlas Obscura

Unusual Attractions in Kapa'a

Kalalau Trail

This narrow coastline trail through the dense Kauai wilderness is among the most beautiful and dangerous in the world.

Pineapple Dump Pier

A local pineapple cannery once dumped pineapple trimmings off of this pier, with sometimes smelly results.

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Moikeha Canal Bridge

Now a pedestrian bridge, this was once part of a narrow-gauge railroad that ran along the east coast of Kauai.

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Kapa’a Japanese Stone Lantern

This monument built by Japanese American immigrants spent decades underground.

Coco Palms Resort

This former luxury resort in Kaua'i is now an abandoned relic.

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Mokolea Lava Pools

Submerged lava formations create incredible waterworks.

9 miles from Kapa'a

Lithified Sand Dunes

A prehistoric landscape hidden in the cliffs of Maha'ulepu.

15 miles from Kapa'a

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Pineapple Dump Pier

A local pineapple cannery once dumped pineapple trimmings off of this pier, with sometimes smelly results.

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