WAIMEA, KAUAI, HAWAII - Known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, the colorful, 10-mile long Waimea Canyon was formed by erosion from the Waimea River. This shot was taken from the Waimea Canyon State Park's Lookout at an elevation of 3,400 feet. Located on the western side of the island of Kauai, the park has several hiking trails that showcase magnificent views of the canyon, its forests, the river and waterfalls.