Kauai - The Garden Isle... and a garden it is! Pink sand beaches and tropical rain forests are the backdrop for a "postcard perfect" tropical escape. Kauai's splendor has been the setting for Hollywood productions such as South Pacific, Jurrasic Park, and Fantasy Island.

Lihue is the county seat and location of the Kauai Airport. Total area is 549 sq. miles - 33 miles long and 25 miles wide with 90 miles of coastline. Population is almost 51,000 residents and the highest point is Kawaikiki Peak at 5,243 ft above sea level.

Driving Times from Lihue:
Kalalau Valley Lookout - 1 hour 40 minutes
Kilauea - 45 minutes
Kokee - 90 minutes
Koloa / Poipu - 30 minutes
Princeville / Hanalei - 60 minutes
Waimea Canyon - 75 minutes