United States · Kauai, Hawaii
Wailua Falls
Twin curtains drop side by side into a wide circular pool just off the highway on Kauai's east side, familiar to many from the opening credits of the original Fantasy Island television series. No trail is needed; the main viewpoint sits right at the parking area.
Twin curtains drop side by side into a wide circular pool just off the highway on Kauai's east side, familiar to many from the opening credits of the original Fantasy Island television series. No trail is needed; the main viewpoint sits right at the parking area.
Wailua Falls drops 24 metres (79 ft) on the Wailua. It is a plunge-type fall, and the nearest base for a visit is Lihue, with LIH the closest airport. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy.
Fuller after winter rains; visible year-round from the roadside overlook.
What you can do here
Hiking
From ten-minute boardwalks to multi-day approaches through cloud forest.
Photography
Light angles, moonbows, spray management and the hours that actually work.
When to go
Fuller after winter rains; visible year-round from the roadside overlook.
Entry: Free roadside viewpoint
Getting there
- Base townLihue
- AirportLIH
- CountryUnited States
- RegionKauai, Hawaii, North America
- AccessEasy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint
On the map
22.0364, -159.3728
Quick answers
How tall is Wailua Falls?
Wailua Falls drops 24 metres (79 feet). It is a plunge-type waterfall on the Wailua.
When is the best time to visit Wailua Falls?
Peak flow is January to December. Fuller after winter rains; visible year-round from the roadside overlook.
What can you do at Wailua Falls?
Beyond the viewpoints: hiking and photography. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint.
How do you get to Wailua Falls?
The usual base is Lihue, and the closest airport is LIH. A short walk or roadside viewpoint from there. Free roadside viewpoint.
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