Wailua Falls
Lihue, HI
A twin waterfall about 80 feet high, seen from a roadside viewpoint just above Lihue. Morning light is best.
- Nearest town
- Lihue, HI
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 22.0380, -159.3787
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually December–February. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–June and September–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Lydgate Beach Park CampingCampsite3 mi from Wailua Falls
- Kumu campCampsite9 mi from Wailua FallsTentsDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Anahola Beach Park CampingCampsite9 mi from Wailua Falls
- Anini Beach CampingCampsite14 mi from Wailua Falls
- Sugi GroveCampsite17 mi from Wailua FallsToilets
- KawaikoiCampsite17 mi from Wailua FallsToilets
All campsites in Hawaii · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Wailua Falls?
Wailua Falls is in Lihue, HI, at GPS 22.0380, -159.3787. It is about 14 mi from Hanalei.
Can you camp near Wailua Falls?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Lydgate Beach Park Camping, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 20 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Wailua Falls?
Wailua Falls is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Kauaʻi from Hanalei to Waimea Canyon.
What is there to see near Wailua Falls?
Places worth a stop nearby: Spouting Horn (13 mi), Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge (13 mi), Waimea Canyon Lookout (18 mi) and Kalalau Lookout (19 mi).
When is the best time to visit Wailua Falls?
The most pleasant months are usually December–February. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–June and September–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)