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Rainbow Falls
Rainbow Falls
State Park, Hawaii
Virtual Tour: Take a
Virtual Tour of Rainbow Falls
 The
80-foot Rainbow Falls is renowned for the rainbow formed from its mist
many mornings. Legends say that the cave beneath the waterfall was
the home of Hina, mother of the demigod Maui. The most dramatic
time to view these falls is after a
 rain,
this is when the greatest volume of water flows over the falls.
The noise is increased significantly, also. When you see and hear
the water roaring over Rainbow Falls, you will fell great respect for
the power of nature. If you are lucky enough to arrive at sunrise,
often you will see an enormous rainbow stretching across the lagoon.
With so much rain in the Hilo area, you will see vibrant vegetation and
lush rain forest around the Wailuku River. Facilities include
scenic lookout, paved parking lot, and bathrooms.
 Further up this same road is the Boiling Pots, a
series of cascading pools that roll and boil after an upslope rain.
From the overlook you can see Peepee Falls.
 Directions
- Rainbow Falls is located off Rainbow Drive
in Hilo. Drive up Wainuenue, bear to the right on Rainbow Drive, and the
parking lot will be on your right.
View map of Rainbow Falls.
Nearby Attractions -
Hilo, Akaka Falls State Park,
Hilo Farmer's Market,
Queen Liliuokalani Gardens,
Coconut Island,
Waipio Valley Lookout.
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