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Rainbow Falls

Hawaiʻi Island · 40 Rainbow Dr, Hilo, HI 96720

4.7

About

Rainbow Falls is a curated self-guided stop on Big Island that can be added to a flexible island itinerary.

Details

Duration

30 mins

Difficulty

Easy

Crowd Level

Very busy

Best Time

Morning

Effort Level

Easy

Scores

🌅 Sunrise

5/5

🌇 Sunset

3/5

👨‍👧 Kid Friendly

5/5

🧗 Adventure Level

1/5

📸 Photo Score

4/5

💎 Hidden Gem

2/5

Highlights

Rainbow mist

Amenities

Scenic viewpointNature setting

Safety Notes

Wet rocks

Tips & Insider Notes

•Short visit

4.7

Based on visitor ratings

Map & Directions

Leaflet Esri, HERE, Garmin, © OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS user community

40 Rainbow Dr, Hilo, HI 96720

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