A social media post has kicked up a storm. Hurricane Lala has swept through Hawaii, Honolulu and Maui counties, causing massive amounts of damage and leaving thousands without power. In an X post from AccuWeather,

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Storm Lala rainfall swelled rivers and waterfalls on Hawaii’s Big Island as it approached the archipelago on August 15. Video filmed by Jonathan Hanley shows the usually picturesque Rainbow Falls at Wailuku River State Park in Hilo turned into a raging cascade on Saturday.

Back in Hilo, the Rainbow Falls viewpoint — part of a state park with no fee — also attracts many tourists, and its parking lot can fill. But here’s a way to get an up-close look from a private viewing deck on the opposite side of the river: Book a waterfall tour with Hawaii Forest & Trail guide service, as we did.

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel.