Jurassic Park changed how we see some of Hawaii’s most stunning sites. These iconic locations have become fixtures of film history.
This quiz covers the history of Kualoa Ranch, the secrets of Manawaiopuna Falls, and various behind-the-scenes facts from the 1993 production.
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Which island is home to Manawaiopuna Falls, featured in the opening of 1993’s Jurassic Park?
Big Island
Big Island
Oahu
Oahu
Kauai
Kauai
Maui
Maui
What is the official name of the waterfall often referred to by fans as ‘Jurassic Falls’?
Hanakoa Falls
Hanakoa Falls
Jurassic Falls
Jurassic Falls
Waipoo Falls
Waipoo Falls
Manawaiopuna Falls
Manawaiopuna Falls
On which Hawaiian island is the filming location known as Kualoa Ranch located?
Lanai
Lanai
Oahu
Oahu
Molokai
Molokai
Kauai
Kauai
The ‘gallimimus stampede’ scene from Jurassic Park was filmed in which valley at Kualoa Ranch?
Ka’a’awa Valley
Ka’a’awa Valley
Hanauma Bay
Hanauma Bay
Waimea Canyon
Waimea Canyon
Napali Coast
Napali Coast
Due to its remote location, what is the primary way tourists typically visit Manawaiopuna Falls?
Guided hiking tours
Guided hiking tours
ATV tours
ATV tours
Helicopter tours
Helicopter tours
Jeep excursions
Jeep excursions
In what year was the original Jurassic Park film released?
1994
1994
1993
1993
1996
1996
1995
1995
What is the widely recognized nickname for Kauai, the island where much of Jurassic Park was filmed?
The Gathering Place
The Gathering Place
The Valley Isle
The Valley Isle
The Garden Isle
The Garden Isle
The Big Island
The Big Island
Before becoming a major film location, what was the primary historical function of Kualoa Ranch?
Sugar cane plantation
Sugar cane plantation
Cattle ranching
Cattle ranching
Coffee farming
Coffee farming
Macadamia nut production
Macadamia nut production
Who directed the film that brought global attention to filming locations like Kauai and Kualoa Ranch?
Ridley Scott
Ridley Scott
James Cameron
James Cameron
Steven Spielberg
Steven Spielberg
George Lucas
George Lucas
Kualoa Ranch heavily markets its contribution to the film industry through what popular activity?
Jurassic bus tours
Jurassic bus tours
All-night camping sites
All-night camping sites
Dinosaur-themed water park
Dinosaur-themed water park
Hiking trails
Hiking trails
Which hurricane struck Kauai during the filming of Jurassic Park in 1992, forcing the crew to take shelter?
Hurricane Lane
Hurricane Lane
Hurricane Iniki
Hurricane Iniki
Hurricane Felicia
Hurricane Felicia
Hurricane Iwa
Hurricane Iwa
Besides Jurassic Park, which other feature film was shot at Kualoa Ranch?
Kong: Skull Island
Kong: Skull Island
Lost
Lost
Jurassic World
Jurassic World
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
What is the primary reason that Manawaiopuna Falls is primarily accessed by helicopter rather than hiking?
The terrain is restricted due to dangerous volcanic activity
The terrain is restricted due to dangerous volcanic activity
The area is a strictly protected bird sanctuary
The area is a strictly protected bird sanctuary
The waterfall is impossible to climb on foot
The waterfall is impossible to climb on foot
The waterfall is located on private property
The waterfall is located on private property
What is the name of the main airport serving the island of Kauai?
Kahului
Kahului
Hilo
Hilo
Honolulu
Honolulu
Lihue
Lihue
What is the ownership status of Kualoa Ranch?
It is part of a military base
It is part of a military base
It is a state-owned public park
It is a state-owned public park
It is managed by the National Park Service
It is managed by the National Park Service
It is a private nature reserve
It is a private nature reserve
Approximately how many acres of land does Kualoa Ranch cover?
6,000 acres
6,000 acres
5,000 acres
5,000 acres
3,000 acres
3,000 acres
4,000 acres
4,000 acres
Which distinctively shaped island islet, visible from the coast of the Kualoa property, is a famous landmark?
Chinaman’s Hat
Chinaman’s Hat
Diamond Head
Diamond Head
The Pali Lookout
The Pali Lookout
Mount Waialeale
Mount Waialeale
The dramatic ‘arrival’ scene of the helicopter in the original Jurassic Park primarily utilized what technique for the wide shots?
CGI-created landscapes
CGI-created landscapes
Studio backlot sets
Studio backlot sets
Drone cinematography
Drone cinematography
Helicopter flight footage
Helicopter flight footage
What is a frequently cited economic effect of major blockbuster films being shot on location in Hawaii?
Lowered tax rates
Lowered tax rates
Reduced population density
Reduced population density
Increased tourism
Increased tourism
Decreased infrastructure costs
Decreased infrastructure costs
How does the management of Kualoa Ranch integrate its status as a filming destination with its commitment to cultural heritage?
By maintaining permanent dinosaur set installations for public exhibition
By maintaining permanent dinosaur set installations for public exhibition
By using film fame to educate visitors on Hawaiian history and land stewardship
By using film fame to educate visitors on Hawaiian history and land stewardship
By strictly limiting site access to professional film crews only
By strictly limiting site access to professional film crews only
By selling exclusive rights to all amateur photography taken on the property
By selling exclusive rights to all amateur photography taken on the property
Approximately how tall are the Manawaiopuna Falls?
600 feet
600 feet
500 feet
500 feet
400 feet
400 feet
300 feet
300 feet
Why did Manawaiopuna Falls receive limited public focus immediately following the release of the 1993 film?
It was filmed in a national park that was later closed to movies
It was filmed in a national park that was later closed to movies
It was filmed on private land only accessible by air
It was filmed on private land only accessible by air
The location was rebranded as a secret government facility
The location was rebranded as a secret government facility
The location was destroyed by a volcano shortly after filming
The location was destroyed by a volcano shortly after filming
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