Explore
Combine your visit to Wailua Falls with other highlights in the same park system. A short drive to Kuamo'o Road connects you to more waterfalls, caves, and historic sites.
Wailua River State Park extends beyond the famous double-tiered falls. A few miles away, you can view a 151-foot waterfall and explore ancient Hawaiian temples.
You can drive to most lookouts yourself. To see the sacred Fern Grotto, you must book a guided riverboat tour.
15 minutesRoadside lookout
This is a 151-foot cascading waterfall visible from a large roadside lookout. Access is easy, and you do not need to hike to see the drop. Your daily parking and entry receipt from Wailua Falls covers your admission here as well.
1.5 - 2 hoursGuided tours only
This natural lava-rock cave is draped in tropical ferns. It is historically a sacred place for Hawaiian royalty. You can only reach the grotto via guided riverboat tours departing from the Wailua Marina, so book your tickets in advance.
30 minutesHistoric landmark
This National Historic Landmark features the remains of ancient Hawaiian temples and royal birthstones. It remains a culturally significant and sacred site for Native Hawaiians. Visitors must treat the area with deep respect when exploring.
