Wailua River State Park

Wailua River State Park features a lush river valley with riverboat cruises (fee charged) to Fern Grotto, an unusual fern-covered cave set in a tropical garden; scenic vistas of attractive waterfalls ‘Opaeka‘a Falls and Wailua Falls); and the Wailua River Valley. The Wailua Complex of Heiau (National Historic Landmark) houses remains of heiau (places of worship), pu‘uhonua (places of refuge), and birthstones at this once important seat of chiefly power in old Hawai‘i. You can also enjoy picnicking in riverside coconut grove and dining and gift shopping at Wailua Marina.