Akaka Falls State Park
Overview
Pleasant self-guided walk through lush tropical vegetation to scenic vista points overlooking the cascading Kahuna Falls and the free-falling Akaka Falls , which plunges 442 feet into a stream-eroded gorge. The 0.4-mile loop footpath requires some physical exertion.
Activities
Hiking
Trail Length: 0.4 mi. loop Activity: Pedestrian Difficulty: Easy Terrain: Lush, tropical Elevation Gain: 100 ft Park Name: 'Akaka Falls State Park
Description: This is a pleasant self-guided walk through lush tropical vegetation to scenic vista points overlooking the cascading Kahuna Falls and the free-falling 'Akaka Falls, which plunges 442 feet into a stream-eroded gorge. The 0.4-mile loop footpath requires some physical exertion. This is a good family walk. Allow 1/2 hour for the full loop.
The 'Akaka Falls Loop trailhead is located just off the parking lot. The paved route, step in places, makes an easy to follow loop offering stunning viewpoints of the two waterfalls. To view 'Akaka Falls only, take the path to the left (south) from the first junction. The waterfall view is just a short walk down the path.
Directions
Driving
End of Akaka Falls Road (Highway 220), 3.6 miles southwest of Honomu.
Phone Numbers
Primary
(808) 587-0300Links
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