Weight=180.4 pounds, Steps=14,187
Rainbow Falls is near downtown Hilo--about three miles from the Farmer's Market. To get there, go west on Waianuene Avenue to Wailuku River State Park. It is the most accessible waterfall in Hawaii.
Here you’ll discover the easy-to-hike Waianuenue (Rainbow Falls), which has an 80-foot drop and is known for the rainbows that are formed in the surrounding mist. The strength of the waterfall depends on the recent rain frequency and how much it rained. After heavy rains, it can gush water from the top very forcefully as flash floods seem to converge here. During periods of drought, such as several years ago, the waterfall can be completely dry.
Try coming in the morning because the falls face east so the morning sun can present some really interesting rainbows. There are bathroom facilities and ample parking at the falls overlook. You can take a stone trail with handrails that winds to the top of the falls--a fairly steep climb. Mind the stone steps as they can be slippery after a rain.
It is a very peaceful and tranquil setting. It is what Hawaii is all about lush greenery and plenty of waterfalls.
Rainbow Falls is near downtown Hilo--about three miles from the Farmer's Market. To get there, go west on Waianuene Avenue to Wailuku River State Park. It is the most accessible waterfall in Hawaii.
Here you’ll discover the easy-to-hike Waianuenue (Rainbow Falls), which has an 80-foot drop and is known for the rainbows that are formed in the surrounding mist. The strength of the waterfall depends on the recent rain frequency and how much it rained. After heavy rains, it can gush water from the top very forcefully as flash floods seem to converge here. During periods of drought, such as several years ago, the waterfall can be completely dry.
Try coming in the morning because the falls face east so the morning sun can present some really interesting rainbows. There are bathroom facilities and ample parking at the falls overlook. You can take a stone trail with handrails that winds to the top of the falls--a fairly steep climb. Mind the stone steps as they can be slippery after a rain.
It is a very peaceful and tranquil setting. It is what Hawaii is all about lush greenery and plenty of waterfalls.
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