Akaka Falls
Akaka Falls is a 442-foot waterfall in Akaka Falls State Park, reached by a short paved rainforest loop trail with stairs, gorge views and Kahuna Falls along the way.
Big Island Waterfall Guide
Big Island Waterfalls
The Big Island's waterfalls tell the story of its wet eastern side, where rivers cut through lava rock, rainforests fill deep gulches and water drops hundreds of feet toward the ocean. This guide includes the island's most popular waterfalls, lesser-known cascades and waterfalls viewed from scenic overlooks.
Waterfall directory
Big Island Waterfalls
Hi'ilawe Falls
Hi'ilawe Falls is a towering Waipi'o Valley waterfall on Hawaii Island, known for its high drop, changing flow, cliff setting and restricted valley access.
Nanue Falls
Nanue Falls is a Hamakua Coast waterfall series along Nanue Stream, with a roadside bridge view, lush stream scenery and hazardous upstream terrain.
Onomea Falls
Onomea Falls is a multi-tiered waterfall inside Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, reached by garden paths through rainforest plants, stream views and Onomea Bay scenery.
Pe'epe'e Falls and Boiling Pots
Pe'epe'e Falls and Boiling Pots are Wailuku River lookouts in Hilo, where an upstream waterfall, lava-rock pools and fast-changing river flow are viewed from above.
Rainbow Falls
Rainbow Falls is an 80-foot waterfall in Hilo's Wailuku River State Park, with easy lookout access, morning mist rainbows and a lava cave connected with Hina.
Umauma Falls
Umauma Falls is a three-tiered Hamakua Coast waterfall near Hakalau, viewed through Umauma Experience with gardens, lookout areas and adventure tours nearby.