Wailua Falls Hilo

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(3.6K) · Waterfall in Lihue, United States
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Wailua Falls is a breathtaking natural attraction located in Hawaii, United States. This majestic waterfall plunges over 80 feet into a lush tropical canyon, …

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Mar 21, 2025
Our captain Glen told us before departure that he and his crew (Lucy & Ahren) were here to exceed our expectations, and that is exactly what they did! Glen, who has decades of experience and is knowl…Full review by Anna K
Feb 27, 2025
The kayaking, then hiking and a swim under the falls was amazing. Our guide, Sam, was attentive to all us slow kayakers and hikers which made the trip.Full review by ginger r
Feb 27, 2025
Beautiful! Easy drive to get up there. Parking is a bit tight but people don’t stay long after getting pictures. This is one of many areas with waterfalls on Kauai.Full review by Pam H

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My husband and I will be in Kauai until the end of December. We are looking for people to hike with or/ and share a car …
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My husband and I will be in Kauai until the end of December. We are looking for people to hike with or/ and share a car with as we don’t drive. If anyone interested please contact me at +17144069862. We have open schedule Mahalo!
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Sorry. We left Christmas Eve.
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Answer by Sandy S · Dec 24, 2019
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Can you hike down to the falls still? I thought I read somewhere that the trail was closed..
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Yes you can .
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Can you tell me more about the hike
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We also went by car. I did not see any paths going down to the basin. You still get a great view from above.
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I have seen some beautiful pictures of the falls and I was wondering when the lighting is best for taking photos at …
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I have seen some beautiful pictures of the falls and I was wondering when the lighting is best for taking photos at this site. Morning, afternoon? Any tips would be greatly appreciated.
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I would say morning.
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Easy way to hike down to bottom from top viewing area?
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The trail near the overlook is really steep and dangerous. People have been seriously injured trying it. Just before you get to the overlook, there is a cane haul bridge. Just before …
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The trail near the overlook is really steep and dangerous. People have been seriously injured trying it. Just before you get to the overlook, there is a cane haul bridge. Just before this bridge, on the right hand side, is a trail that will take you to the bottom of the falls. It is very difficult, but better than the suicide trails near the overlook. It is signed that it is closed and unlawful to use, but a few people do it anyway.
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