While hikers can travel Rainbow Falls Trail for its full 6.7 miles to Mount Le Conte, most opt for the 5.6-mile out-and-back hike to its namesake waterfall. Rainbow Falls cascades 80 feet ...

To reach it, from Gatlinburg Parkway, follow Historic Nature Trail into the park. Then, go past the Noah “Bud” Ogle homesite ...

Others highlight the intricate banyan trees located at the top of the trail stairs as reasons to visit. To reach the free state park and access Rainbow Falls from downtown Hilo, take Waianuenue ...