Wailuku River State Park

State park Hilo, Hawaii, United States
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What to expect

Wailuku River State Park is a 67-acre oasis near the city of Hilo, featuring lush rainforest and cascading waterfalls. The park is home to the renowned 80-foot Rainbow Falls, where rainbows can be seen in the mist on sunny mornings. Visitors can also explore the Boiling Pots, a series of big pools connected by underground flow or cascades, whose waters roll and bubble as if boiling. The park offers scenic viewpoints, hiking trails, and opportunities to connect with Hawaiian history and culture. With its natural beauty and cultural significance, Wailuku River State Park is a great place to visit with family and friends

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Rainbow Falls

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the beautiful waterfall and the rainbows that form in its mist ✨