• An informational sign for Makauwahi Cave Reserve on Kauai
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    Makauwahi Cave Reserve

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    This adventure on Kauai’s southeast coast is perfect for the whole family. Follow a short trail to Hawaii’s largest limestone cave, the Makauwahi Cave Reserve, home to rich fossil deposits and a well-preserved archaeological site. The cave functions as a living museum, showcasing both ancient history and ongoing conservation efforts. Once-abandoned farmland around the cave has been restored, allowing native plants and animals to thrive. Nearly 100 native plant species, including endangered ones, now flourish in the forest, dune, and wetland habitats. You may also spot endangered waterbirds and an underground ecosystem of blind cave invertebrates. HOW TO GET TO MAKAUWAHI CAVE RESERVE To reach Makauwahi Cave Reserve, head toward…

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