Overview

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Wailua Falls is a 173 foot waterfall located near Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii that feeds into the Wailua River. The waterfall is prominently featured on the opening credits of the television series Fantasy Island. There are paths to the bottom of the falls, but it can be muddy and slippery. The "trail" further from the parking lot is less steep than the closer one. In ancient times, Hawaiian men would jump from the top of the falls to prove their manhood. Some people still leap off the top of the falls, though it is dangerous and illegal. The pool is great for swimming, but there are swift currents close to the waterfall.

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Fees: None

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Links: en.wikipedia.org
www.hawaii-guide.com

Getting There

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Location

Closest City or Region: Kauai, Hawaii

Coordinates: 22.034146, -159.378951

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May 31, 2018 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye,

Story

We made a quick stop at the Wailua Falls overlook. There were a few people down at the water, but there were several posted signs saying that the trail was closed.

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