Anna Ranch Horseback Riding Vacation, Waimea, Hawaii

Anna Riding Pa u on a Hawaiian horseback riding holiday

Paniolos on a Horseback Riding Vacation at Anna Ranch

There’s more to do in Waimea, Hawaii than take in the surf and sun. If you are considering a horseback riding vacation on Hawaii’s Big Island, visit Anna Ranch to learn the history of the Paniolos – or Hawaiian and Spanish cowgirls and cowboys.

Horse enthusiasts would not want to miss a visit to Anna Ranch during their horseback riding vacation. The ranch is very unique….filled with five generations of ranching history and memorabilia….from historic photos to the vintage saddle collection.

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Roping a Steer at Anna Ranch

National Geographic Traveler columnist Christopher Elliott recently visited Anna Ranch with his family to learn about the cattle ranching history of the area and the ranches namesake Anna Leialoha Lindsey Perry-Fiske. Anna was well known on the Big Island as an accomplished equestrian and would often take horseback riding vacations to the other islands to participate in ranching and cultural activities.

Anna Leialoha Lindsey Perry-Fiske on a Hawaiian Horseback Riding Vacation

Take a Horseback Riding Vacation Back in Time with Anna

Born in 1900 and living to be 95 years old, Anna was an inspiration to many people. She loved riding horses and was still riding and roping in her 80’s. Her passion for riding horses was evident in everything she did from being known as the “Queen of Pa’u” to the “First Lady of Ranching in Hawaii.”

Learn Hawaii's Paniola History on a Horseback Riding Vacation at Anna Ranch — Learn Hawaii’s Paniolo History on a Horseback Riding Vacation at Anna Ranch

Visit Anna Ranch Heritage Center on a Horseback Riding Vacation to Waimea

For several years Anna taught young riders equestrian skills at her stables she founded and ran in Hilo. She was an award winning jockey, who raced against men and women, very often winning first place. Her beautiful ranch home in Waimea was in the same ranching family for five generations and is now open to the public. When visitors tour the home on a horseback riding vacation, they are immersed in the history of ranching in Hawaii. They learn how Anna transformed the ranching industry in Hawaii by introducing new breeds of cattle.

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