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Akaka Falls State Park

End of Akaka Falls Road, Off Hwy 220, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI
808-974-6200
Ranked #1 of 38 attractions in Hilo
4.5 of 5 stars 302 Reviews
Type: Waterfalls, State Parks
Activities: Viewing wildlife
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Marshfield, Wisconsin
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

It really is a postcard water falls with a nice easy walking trail. You can't get close to the falls but the view is spectacular. More

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makawao
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

it's so easy to get to. you park the car, walk a few minutes and you're there. you don't have to exert much energy so it's great if you're tired, can't walk too far, etc. it's a beautiful, long waterfall. not niagra falls as some tourists beside me said when i was there, but "hello", you're in hawaii now. More

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Van Buren, Arkansas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW
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I first visited awesome Akaka Falls in 1989. Not much has changed over the years except that now there is an automated machine that you must pay a $5.00 fee for parking. Definately a bargain but be aware that it only takes credit/debit cards... no cash. The trail is incredible with stands of giant bamboo, huge banyan trees, beautiful waterfalls,... More

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NEW YORK CITY
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012
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This is a must-see. This is a breathtaking waterfall and you also get to see Kahuna Falls for the price of one. You can either park inside their appointed lot $5 or out on the street for free and just give a $1 donation. Lots of stairs and I had to carry my little son up and down the stair... More

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

really relaxing dont forget the Kaima aina discount More

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Pahoa, Hawaii
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012
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Great tip from the manager of Hale Tapa.... when you get to the parking lot go to the RIGHT on the trail. It is a big circular trail You'll come to Kahuna Falls first. Which is awesome in it's own right. Further down the trail you round a bend and WOW there is Akaka Falls with 600' drop! (If you... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012
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The waterfall here was beautiful, and definitely the highlight of this park. We did the entire loop trail around to see the other falls as well, but Akaka is the standout. There are quite a few other interesting plants to photograph as you make your way around. There is a one dollar fee for people walking into the park --... More

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Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012
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This park is really set up well. Good concrete walking paths, well laid out and good signage. Not that long a drive from Hilo. Well marked route and my Android took me right to it. Park outside gate to avoid $5. $1 per person to walk the trail. Less than an hour total. More

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Laupahoehoe
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

The walking path has been re-done recently and is a wonderful hike around lush tropical plants . . . either way you go, you end up at the beautiful Akaka Falls. More

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Hilo
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

Not only does this park offer a stunning view of one of Hawaii's most impressive waterfalls, but the easy walk to the falls is like visiting a botanical garden. More

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