Wailua Falls Kauai Hawaii Waterfalls

Wailua Falls

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Wailua Falls is a waterfall on the island of Kauai, part of the US state of Hawaii. The 173 foot falls are located on the South Fork Wailua River near Lihue. …

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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
Feb 23, 2025
Beautiful falls. Have to go if you are old enough to watch Fantasy Island back in the day! Easy to get to and no hiking required!Full review by lss1227
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The backdrop of the famed television show Fantasy Island's opening credits, this stunning waterfall is located directly off the road, just p…
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Located:Wailua River State Park on Kauai, Hawaii
Type:Plunge

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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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There is a path, but it is fenced off and not recommended.
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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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We went there in the morning and you can even find rainbow too at the falls. However if you have a drone that would help you to take pictures where the normal camera are unable to …
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We went there in the morning and you can even find rainbow too at the falls. However if you have a drone that would help you to take pictures where the normal camera are unable to do so at many angles.
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Easy way to hike down to bottom from top viewing area?
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not recommended as is a rope and muddy conditions can make it slippery which is why ii is fenced
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