Discover 9 parks for photography within driving distance of Hilo
"Hilo is the largest city on the Big Island and offers visitors easy access to the park, local shops, and cultural attractions."
Wailuku River State Park features stunning waterfalls, lush rainforest, and scenic viewpoints in Hilo.
"Hilo is the largest city on the Big Island, offering visitors easy access to ʻAkaka Falls and a variety of cultural and natural attractions."
A stunning park featuring the iconic 442-foot ʻAkaka Falls amid lush rainforest.
"Hilo is the largest city on the Big Island, offering shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. Visitors from Hilo can enjoy a scenic drive to explore the unique volcanic features of Lava Tree State Monument."
A park showcasing lava molds of trees from an 18th-century volcanic eruption.
"Hilo, the largest city on the island, offers museums, gardens, and shopping, making it a popular base for visitors exploring the Puna coast and MacKenzie State Recreation Area."
A coastal park with lava cliffs, ironwood trees, and scenic ocean vistas on Hawaiʻi Island.
"The Big Island’s largest city, Hilo offers lush gardens, waterfalls, and serves as a hub for exploring island attractions."
A monument preserving ancient Hawaiian temples and cultural sites on the Kohala coast.
"The largest city on the Big Island’s east side, Hilo is a cultural and economic center. Residents may visit Manukā State Wayside on day trips along the southern route."
A tranquil park with native forest, picnic spots, and a nature trail on Hawaii Island’s southern coast.
"The largest city on the island, Hilo offers cultural attractions and serves as a gateway for those exploring the western coast."
A coastal park with black lava fields, turquoise bays, and abundant wildlife.
"Hilo, the largest city on the Big Island, is known for its lush rainforests, waterfalls, and vibrant farmers’ markets, attracting visitors from across the island."
A historic park preserving ancient Hawaiian temple ruins and cultural sites near Kailua-Kona.
"Hilo, the island’s largest city, is a popular base for exploring the Big Island. Visitors may make a day trip across the island to see Huliheʻe Palace and Kona’s sunny coast."
A historic Hawaiian palace museum in Kailua-Kona showcasing royal artifacts and architecture.
