Oloʻupena Falls, Towering waterfall in northeastern Molokai, United States
The water plunges from a height of 900 meters down multiple tiers of steep volcanic cliffs directly into the Pacific Ocean.
The falls formed over millions of years through erosion of volcanic rock, creating deep channels between the Pelekunu and Wailau valleys.
Native Hawaiian communities have long regarded these cliffs and waterfalls as sacred places connected to their ancestral stories and traditions.
Visitors can only view Oloʻupena Falls by taking helicopter tours or boat trips, as no land routes provide access to this remote location.
The seasonal stream creates a 12-meter-wide cascade that ranks as the fourth tallest waterfall in the world and the highest in the United States.
Location: Maui County
Height: 900 m
GPS coordinates: 21.16472,-156.85944
Latest update: March 5, 2025 04:44
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