📜 Historic Hawaiian cattle ranch, established in 1847. One of the oldest and largest ranches in the US, preserving the legacy of paniolos (Hawaiian cowboys) across 130,000 acres. Home to paniolos before the American West cowboys. 🔍 Features a museum, historic homes, and a visitors center. # Why Go 🤠 Learn about Hawaiian cowboy (paniolo) history 🏡 Tour historic homes (Mana Hale, Puuopelu), visitor center, and museum 🚶‍♀️ Enjoy self-guided tours and scenic drives through the vast working cattle ranch 🥩 Taste local grass-fed beef 🎉 Attend annual 4th of July rodeo 💃 Witness traditional hula dance performances (check availability) 🐗 Opportunity for hunting packages (bird, turkey, big game) # Why Avoid ⚠️ Gate closed when corporate offices are closed # Cost 💰 Self-guided tours of historic homes are free. # Hours 🕒 Facility and public tours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 3 PM. Headquarters: Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM. # Tips 📅 Plan your visit around the 4th of July rodeo for a lively experience. 🗓️ Check website for current opening times and hula dance performance schedules. 🛍️ Purchase merchandise at the Waimea shop. 🎥 Watch the short film at the visitor center for context.