Opaekaa Falls Tours

Opaekaa Falls which includes a waterfall and forests
Choose one or more items to build your trip:
See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.

Opaekaa Falls is a set of roaring cascades that fall past tropical cliff-side vegetation. The area is fairly easy to access, making it among the most popular sights on the island for vacationers. Gaze up at the awe-inspiring waterfall that tumbles into a secluded pool in the midst of lush, green vegetation.

Enjoy a picnic at one of the designated tables with a scenic backdrop of the waterfall, the name of which means “Rolling Shrimp,” in reference to the shrimp that once thrived in this stream. Snap photos of the picturesque falls on a sunny afternoon, when the water sparkles and rainbows form in the mist. From a distance, its chutes appear to sprout directly from the trees. See the falls after heavy rainfall, when the double cascade merges in the middle to become one.

Admire the sheer size of the falls the water drops a distance of 151 feet (46 meters) with a span of 40 feet (12 meters). Due to its abundant water sources, it continues to flow year-round over the basalt rock formed by volcanoes millions of years ago.

Stop at the highway viewpoint for outstanding photo opportunities of the falls, with the Makeleha Mountains providing a scenic background. Enjoy the views of the Wailua River Valley and the sprawling green countryside that stretches beyond the horizon.

Opaekaa Falls is on the eastern side of the island of Kauai in northwestern Hawaii. Find the waterfall in the Wailua area, which is known for its stunning scenery. Explore the nearby Poliahu Park, Lydgate State Park and the Kalepa Mountain Forest Reserve. Leave your car in the parking lot beside the overlook near Kuamoo Road.

Plan a trip to see Opaekaa Falls

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Kauai Beach Villas
Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Browse tours and tickets to explore Opaekaa Falls

Popular places to visit


Best Lodging Options Near Opaekaa Falls

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Kauai Shores Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel
3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
Kauai Shores Hotel
Wailua Hideaway - One Bedroom Stream-Side Apartment
Wailua Hideaway - One Bedroom Stream-Side Apartment
Kapaa
Wailua Hideaway - One Bedroom Stream-Side Apartment
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
3.5 out of 5
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue, HI
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
CASTLE Kaha Lani Resort
CASTLE Kaha Lani Resort
3 out of 5
4460 Nehe Rd, Lihue, HI
CASTLE Kaha Lani Resort
Fern Grotto Inn
Fern Grotto Inn
3.5 out of 5
4561 Kuamoo Road, Kapaa, HI
Fern Grotto Inn
Fern Grotto Inn - Lonely Planet Recommends our Cottages! VRBO Bear Stayed Here!
Fern Grotto Inn - Lonely Planet Recommends our Cottages! VRBO Bear Stayed Here!
Kapaa
Fern Grotto Inn - Lonely Planet Recommends our Cottages! VRBO Bear Stayed Here!
H-G-T-V type Renovation, Million Dollar view starting at only $210/night!
H-G-T-V type Renovation, Million Dollar view starting at only $210/night!
Kapaa
H-G-T-V type Renovation, Million Dollar view starting at only $210/night!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.