Opaeka’a Falls

Feb.2016, the water fall is not too far from Kapaa, pretty nice drive there, the fall is fine,
worth the trip. RJ

I love that you don’t have to hike to see this pretty waterfall. Very pretty and lush, worth a stop!

Worth the 5 min drive off highway 56! Beautiful views and its a quick short trip to add in some waterfall chasing!

Very beautiful water fall, easy accesa (by car) and about 3 miles from Kapaa. Highly recommend eveyone to go see this waterfall. Sufficient parking space, there are bathtooms available, even a bench it anyone wand to have a picnic close to the waterfalls (you can’t see them from the bench).

It’s a beautiful place to stop and enjoy the picturesque view. Not a destination, but worth stopping by if you’re traveling by the area.
You see the falls in the distance from the overlook, and then cross the street behind you for a great view of the river and surrounding valley.

Very easy drive up the hill to these falls. You view them from afar but it’s still a beautiful view. You are going to be looking at the falls, not getting mist in your hair.

If you’re in Kauai, you might as well go see these falls. Easy access and quite a nice place for photography.

Don’t go out of your way.
We stopped by after our kayak trip at Kamokila Hawaiian Village (where you kayak partway and then hike to Secret Falls). The lookout point to Opaeka’a Falls is 500 feet from the highway exit to Kamokila.
From the lookout point, the view of Opaeka’a Falls is beautiful but distant. The falls are split in the middle and flow over two sides of the cliff, making it look like two separate waterfalls. The falls are 151 feet tall, but you can’t see the bottom from the lookout point due to the treeline. The good thing is that the falls flow year-​round and are not seasonal.
There’s plenty of parking and restroom facilities at the lookout point. I wouldn’t drive out just to see these falls, but it’s worth stopping here for 15 minutes if you’re passing by.

There is not a lot to write about a waterfall and it’s tough to be too critical of beautiful nature. One of many waterfalls in Kauai but the easiest to drive to that we saw. The parking lot is just the 580 and a super short walk and you will be viewing the falls. There is also a nice view across the street of the Wailua river so don’t miss it. We came in the afternoon but the best time to view it according to the Kauai revealed guidebook is 10:30 so you can catch the best light for photos. It can be a quick five-​ten minute stop if you take a look off both sides.

Its hard to write a review about something everyone has detailed so well!
Tips:
–Bring a good lens
–You won’t be here for more than 30 minutes
–Easy Spot to stop on your way to explore the rest of the island
Location: Right off Highway 56
Parking: Limited parking for the immediate area where the falls are
I had read a lot of reviews that the falls were farther than expected and that could not be more true. I was expecting them to be a bit closer, but they were a good bit away and not as close as the others on the island. To get a better view you have to walk to end of the side walk. If you cross the side walk though you’ll get a beautiful view of Wailua River.

Stopped here because its just a short drive from the more impressive Wailua Falls. Its an easy drive up and park view but the falls is a bit off in the distance. The best view of the falls is seen by taking the sidewalk past the parking lot and walking toward the bridge. The Wailua River can be viewed by crossing the road at the pedestrian crossing sign.

The moment you enter on Hwy 580, peacefulness encapsulates you. Views of the wailua river are wonderful and it is a must stop by place. Plenty of parking and restrooms are available. Very clean and well maintained restrooms.

An easy thing to check of your Kauai to-​do list, Opaeka’a Falls is viewed easily from the highway, with plenty of parking and bathroom facilities to boot. It’s a great spot to get that family photo to put on the cover of your Hawaii photobook (I know that’s what is going on mine). When you are done, cross the street for a great view of the Wailua River, and then drive down the long driveway to Kamokila Hawaiian Village across the street and take a relaxing self-​guided kayak tour. Easy, free, beautiful.

It is free and not far off the main highway, and it is quite a pretty waterfall. So I’d recommend it unless you’re not a waterfall person. In which case, don’t bother. Also on the other side of the road you can get a nice view of the Wailua river and the various kayakers and paddle boarders.

Picturesque Falls And Views Of Wailua River
Opaekaa Falls, along with the nearby Wailua Falls, showcases the great natural beauty of Kaua’i!
Accessing Opaekaa Falls is easy, requiring a short five minute drive off the main road, Highway 56. Turn on Kuamoo Road, and the parking area on the right provides great views of the falls.
Even if you do not have much time, this is a great activity. You can see the falls and get back on the road within 30 minutes. Who doesn’t have 30 minutes to see a beautiful waterfall?
From the parking area, cross Kuamoo Road for a panoramic view of the Wailua River. (Several companies provide a kayak trip on the Wailua River. We also did that and it was a fun adventure.)
Also, there is no access on the private property to the reach the bottom of the falls.

Beautiful falls that you can drive up and see without a hike-​very accessible. Parking can be a bit limited but since people are constantly coming and going after taking a few photos you should be OK. It had been raining and was even raining while we visited so the water coming over the falls was quite significant.
Definitely worth a quick stop when you are on the east side. One of the nicer falls we saw on the island from the ground.

Disappointed by this waterfall. When I think of waterfalls I picture being able to stand at the bottom and look at at the cascading majesty. This one you peer over the edge of a overlook at the frothy fall.
There are others on the island that are much better. But, since you can drive to it and there are a few vendors there it’s worth the beautiful drive up.

I have to agree with Kaileen Y 12÷29÷12 about her review. The 3 stars is not actually for the waterfall itself coz all waterfalls are God’s work and no doubt 5 stars! =)
My 3 star is for the state of Hawaii for making it’s look out point mediocre and «far» from the falls itself. Yes you can see it, but it’s not like in your face like other ones. And the highway is very busy to cross (to checkout the Wailua River) and yup lots of chickens! lol.
Call me spoiled or jaded for living in Hawaii and being able to judge waterfalls on it’s accesibilty and view point vantage, but that’s real talk for most locals. I mean, if you absolutely need to see a waterfall and you’re in the area, shoots by all means see this one.

While the falls are a bit far away from the look out and not quite as large as a few others on the island, they are very easily accessible and a great quick stop for a photo op. They have parking and restrooms and right across the street is another look out spot of the Wailua River

I have seen my share of waterfalls, but this one is special because it’s not far from where I got my start.
Twin falls right next to each other. You cannot get to them, but you can see from the on-​look. They dump right into the river. If you cross the street, you can get a better view of the river itself and checkout the town below.
Ugh I love it here because it really does feel unspoiled compared to the rest of the world. There were maybe 6 tourists in sight — not bad. And, there was a restroom right at the parking lot — I didn’t go in.