'Opaeka'a Falls, Waterfall on the east side of Kauai, United States
The Opaekaa Falls cascade down 151 feet into a stream, creating a white water display visible from a roadside observation point.
The waterfall area served as a gathering location for Hawaiian royalty who would come to observe the natural formations of eastern Kauai.
The name of the falls comes from native freshwater shrimp that would roll in the currents at the base of the waterfall.
Visitors can access the falls by taking Highway 580 to a designated parking area that includes informational signs and viewing platforms.
The water flows throughout every season, making it one of the few waterfalls on Kauai that maintains consistent visibility year round.
GPS coordinates: 22.04821,-159.36201
Latest update: March 22, 2025 04:32
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