One of the most iconic Hawaiin waterfalls, often with a rainbow in its cascading falls.

We will go to the park on days the mighty volcano is erupting.

Located on the lush, northeastern Hilo coast of Hawaii's Big Island, Akaka Falls stands as one of the state's most iconic and breathtaking natural wonders. The star attraction is the towering waterfall itself, which plunges a staggering 442 feet down a sheer, verdant cliff into a stream-eroded gorge below, making it more than twice the height of Niagara Falls.

The Hilo Farmers Market is one of the most famous and vibrant open-air markets in Hawaii. Located in historic downtown Hilo on the Big Island, it’s a fantastic place to experience local culture, taste exotic fruits, and find unique Hawaiian crafts.

Black Sand Beach often teeming with sea turtles

A series of cascading waterfalls proceed before your perched viewing point just steps from the parked van.

See the huge lava tube that once threatened Hilo Town (but was stopped in its tracks by the faithful prayer of an island Princess)

Incredibly well run candy manufacturing and merchandizing confectionary store in Hilo. Watch the goodies being made, sample them for free and then decide how much you may want to purchase.

Another Hilo original. See where Mauna Loa sweets are raised, packaged and shipped all over the globe.