Can you drive to waterfalls in Kauai?


Can you drive to waterfalls in Kauai? It's an 80 foot drop which some believe to be much higher. To reach most of our Kauai waterfalls you'll need to hike. Wailua Falls, with its three spectacular segments, is one of the few that you can drive to making it accessible for all.


What is the least touristy part of Kauai?

The West Side of the island, the leeward coast of Kauai, is drier and the mountains in the center of the island block the rest of Kauai from the rain. This is one of the least visited parts of the island, excluding the sights along Highway 550 (like Waimea Canyon and Kokee State Park).


How long does it take to drive around Kauai?

Seeing the whole island of Kauai in a day may sound like a lot, but it can indeed be done! Driving around the entire island takes around 2 hours, not including pit stops! If you want to make the most of your drive, the best way is to map out a few points you would like to explore along the route.


How long does it take to drive the perimeter of Kauai?

While our island is almost circular, (approximately 25 miles wide and 33 miles long) the Napali coastline prohibits construction of roads from the north shore to the west side, so driving times from one end of the island (Ke'e Beach on the northshore) to the west side (Polihale Beach) will take roughly 2 hours 50 ...


What is the prettiest waterfall in Hawaii?

Escape to Hawaii's Most Beautiful Natural Waterfalls
  • Wailua Falls.
  • Waipo'o Falls.
  • Opaekaa Falls.
  • Hanakapiai Falls.
  • Manawaiopuna Falls.
  • Sacred Falls.
  • Pu'uka'oku Falls.
  • Kahiwa Falls.