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Parker Ranch
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PHOTOS |
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Click on a thumbnail to
see a larger version of the photo |
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OVERVIEW |
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Parker Ranch,
in Waimea on Hawaii’s Big Island, was
founded in 1847. It is one of the oldest and
most historic ranches in the United States.
Encompassing across thousands of acres
across the island, Parker Ranch is also
among the country’s largest cattle ranches.
In 1992, following the death of sixth
generation Parker descendant Richard Smart,
the ranch’s last owner, Parker Ranch,
complete with Smart’s extensive art
collection was left in a trust to support
healthcare, education and charitable giving
through named beneficiaries in the Waimea
community. The Parker Ranch Foundation Trust
beneficiaries include Parker School Trust
Corporation, Hawaii Preparatory Academy,
Hawaii Community Foundation’s Richard Smart
Fund and North Hawaii Community Hospital.
Today, Parker Ranch offers opportunities for
visitors to learn more about the history and
culture of the Ranch.
For the more adventuresome, Cowboys of
Hawaii offers horseback riding tours through
pastureland under the imposing presence of
Mauna Kea and its world class telescopes.
After a great day of touring, visitors enjoy
stopping into the Parker Ranch Store to pick
up a memento of their trip from music or
coffee, jerky or tees, island lotions or
jewelry to a striking array of upcountry
Paniolo apparel. |
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DIRECTIONS |
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Parker
Ranch surrounds the town of Waimea/Kamuela
and spans thousands of acres between the
great volcanoes of Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea
towards the Pacific.
It is minutes from the tiny Kamuela Airport
which offers scheduled service from other
islands. Parker Ranch is accessible by road
from many directions.
From the Kohala Coast, take Queen Ka`ahumanu
Highway (19) north. At the juncture of
Highways 19 and 270, turn right, which
remains Highway 19, east towards Waimea. |
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