Parker Ranch

About the Ranch

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 please call reservations at 808-887-1046 or toll free 1-800-262-7290.

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.