WATCH THIS BEFORE going to Ho'opi'i Falls | Hike to a Waterfall | KAUAI HAWAII Vacation Tips

[@brianthebrute92]

Lived on Kauai my entire life, I take my dog here alot, pretty elementary hike, if you pay attention to your surroundings. Locals live by respect, thank you so much for explaining the importance of that❤🤙🏼

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Brian! THANK YOU SO MUCH for recognizing that education and showing respect was the intent of this video. We are starting to feel like that point was lost on some people. We all know that people (residents and visitors) are not going to stop going to this place...unless of course it is completely shut off to everyone like Kipu Falls. We don't want to see that happen to this area as I'm sure you don't either. We truly appreciate your positive feedback. Thank you for watching!!

[@respectislove1422]

I know this Hawaiian and his beautiful wife personally. As you see them on video is exactly how they are in real life, genuine to the bone. Always reminding us that all of Kauai needs to be loved and respected, NOT just from visitors but from us Locals and transplants as well.

[@laurelj.5975]

I love your channel. What I really love about it is how you stress respect for the locals and their land. I travel to Maui frequently and I tell anyone going to the islands BE RESPECTFUL!!!! This is someone’s home.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Laurel! You really have no idea how much we appreciate your positive feedback. So happy to hear that the intent of this video was evident. It is all about respect for the people and the land. That is all we are trying to do. The residents in this area are unhappy with the way their neighborhood is being treated. People just need to be informed.

[@NottaRobot]

Thank you for adding the safety tips and the reminder to bring back everything that you brought in.

[@eldacec9236]

We were there on December !

[@uofm1334]

Totally remember the Jurassic Park scene in this area. I plan on visiting with my wife and 12yo identical twin daughters in early 2021. Your videos have been so educational for me regarding respect and etiquette while on the island visiting! Thank you so much for the info and for the great video!!!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha John! We are so happy to hear that our videos have been helpful. We are definitely looking forward to 2021 too...haha! Thank you so much for watching!

[@bowhunter8235]

I LOVE the sound of the tiger dove. I miss it so much.

[@laraestirn6848]

Wonderful video! "Pack it in, pack it out." People who spend time on Kauai, visit the beaches, know that you park on the sides of roads and walk down paths to get to most beaches. •Tunnels •Secrets •Queens Bath So please be mindful. If you lived in these homes, you would want the same. Enjoy everyone. Kauai is for ALL to love & respect.

[@wg7017]

Woooow we must of just missed you guys! I was there with my gf on the 8th and did the hike. It was muddy so it was extra difficult lol beautiful waterfall and the rope swing was very fun! Proper hiking shoes needed and bug spray! I’m back in the California now so it was a bit sad seeing this video. We miss Kauai so much!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

WG, Yes for sure this hike can get difficult especially after some rains. Of course the day we filmed we hadn’t had rain up there in over 48hrs and there wasn’t as many people as would typically be there that time of day. We are so glad you were able to visit the falls and we hope your stay here on Kauai was amazing. Thank you soooo much for watching and we hoe you continue to watch our videos this way you always have a way to stay connected to Kauai.

[@davidfurino2987]

I used to live on Kapahi rd. 20 plus years ago, it sucks now with all the tourists going to falls, I used to have that place all to myself, so glad I moved when I did,aloha

[@AmatsuOtome]

awesome video guys! i love that you always put emphasis on respecting the locals and nature! autumn looked like a mermaid sitting on this rock

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha! We appreciate the positive feedback and your support! And I did actually feel like a mermaid sitting on that rock...hahahaha! ;)

[@akfasso]

@9:47 I have some serious slow-mo envy. ;) Love these hiking videos and all of the information you provide about the trails and nature conservation. Way to go!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Ashley! Haha...our first real attempt at slow-mo!! Glad you liked the video. Thank you so much for always watching and supporting our channel!!

[@stevenhuffman4525]

Definitely remember the movie site. That's where the mine cave was that they found some amber with the mosquito in it. Very beautiful foliage.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Steven Huffman, nailed it! Kauai has so many hidden movie sets

[@kasm.887]

Aloha, new subscriber, great videos. I live on Oahu and looking forward to my visit to Kauai later this month. Mahalo

[@reginedelacruz1822]

Thanks for this video! Will be visiting this place soon!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Thank you for watching!

[@danalhona7143]

Another terrific video! Thanks and keep them commng! Be there in 27 days!!!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Dan! We appreciate your support and positive feedback! Gotta love that 27 day countdown ;)

[@tomnatortomnator883]

I think you guys might be my new favorite channel.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha! Wow that is so great to hear! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@jerroldtagavilla]

To answer your question about that motor there it's been there since I can remember my dad always use to say that was from the plantation days

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Jerrold Tagavilla, mahalo for that info and thank you so much for watching. It definitely has some history to it.

[@megsterchick5]

I was there last month and didn’t know it was in Jurassic park, probably going next week

[@jmoniqueturgeon6509]

Nicely done you guys. Unfortunately there’s a BUT... I live in this neighborhood... and I’m all for everyone getting to experience the beauty and high vibe healing of Mama Kauai... you guys obviously went early before the crowds arrived. The literally (multiple) hundreds of people who visit this once quiet neighborhood and falls every day have had quite an extreme impact. Ask the firefighters, EMS personnel and helicopter pilots who routinely have to rescue injured hikers here... and yes... some of them DON’T make it... as in FATALITIES... there ARE large rocks hidden under the water right where you’re thinking about jumping in. Also ask the people who live in this neighborhood... and have to deal with the trash, noise, traffic & bug and mosquito spray being sprayed in their front yards all day every day... which end up in a thick layer floating on the water by late morning. Ask the property owner(s) who have to deal with people ignoring signs and/or getting lost and wandering onto their property several times a day. Ask the people who strap their babies onto them or the elderly or infirm who go down there after a good rain not realizing how steep, slippery and dangerous parts of the trail are and end up having a miserable experience at best. Ask the people who show up mid day... not to find the serene scene portrayed in this video... but paths & rocks strewn with people, towels, backpacks etc... ruining the view & most photo ops you might have been hoping for. This is not a state approved, maintained trail. This is just another sad example of how overpopulation, social media exposure & poorly managed tourism are negatively impacting that which should be honored, respected, cared for and protected. 😢

[@melaniesalazar3127]

Monique Turgeon well said thx

[@jerryakamuadams6399]

just found your channel unlike other frequent hiking videos about hawaii, you guys actually take the time to mention about the parking, trash, no trespassing, etiquette and generally being pono cause ultimately people going there are guests. mahalo for your kuleana brah

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha!! Thank you so much for watching. We truly appreciate your positive feedback!! It means a lot to us :)

[@katiehaugen8159]

Hi guys! 👋🏻 Thank you again for another great video! These falls look absolutely beautiful. Gonna have to put them on the list of things to see next time we are there.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Hey Katie!!! Thank you for watching as always! This hike is so beautiful. But beware, the residents aren't thrilled with people parking on that street. So if it is full, come back another time or later in the day when it isn't so busy. We've received some backlash from doing this video even though one of the residents actually asked us to film there. The struggle is real!

[@katiehaugen8159]

On Hawaii Time oh my gosh! Well, I can understand why they wouldn’t want people walking through their yards, especially since people sometimes aren’t respectful of others. I will just enjoy the hikes and views from your videos for now 😊🏝⛰

[@jmo7343]

Hey guys!! Thank you so much for all your amazing videos. My wife and I will be on Kauai the 22nd, can’t wait to start checking off all the spots you have blessed us with.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha J Mo! Thank YOU for watching and for your positive feedback and good vibes ;) The 22nd is so close!!

[@hynhulagirl]

Love this one!

[@lewiscourtney5740]

Wow, those falls are amazing. The trails to get to them, remind a little bit like the trails getting to the queens bath. Can't wait to go back , hopefully next year. Again thank you both for sharing these videos. Aloha.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Lewis! It is such a beautiful hike. We don't do this one enough. Brodi hadn't been there since he was a child and the last time I hiked it was 4 years ago. We will be going back and next time without the camera so we can just focus on soaking it all in. Thank you for your support!!

[@lewiscourtney5740]

@@OnHawaiiTime Awesome. Have fun you guys.

[@Paradise2Paradise]

Awesome info guys! I was about to ride my bike down there.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Paradise2Paradise we love your videos! Autumn and I love how your family is apart of everything. I’m just about to watch your latest video. One of my favorite videos is when your youngest looked into the camera and said Wats Up Guys!! Just like Dad. That was the best. Your trip to New Zealand looked amazing. Definitely on our bucket list. Thank you Robert for watching.

[@kathywade6846]

I LOVE My KIDS !! They R the Best U Tubers ,,,, 😍

[@jessicasoell5591]

Love it!! We’re here till Tuesday. We’re going to try to go see the falls. Mahalo for the video!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Jessica! You'll have to let us know if you make it out to the falls. Would love to hear what you think of the hike. It is so beautiful, the video doesn't do it justice. Thank you for watching!

[@bjfulmer]

Thank you so much for this video. I was taught that if it is possible, leave the place better than when you got there. Can't understand loving a place and leaving trash behind.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha BJ! Thank you for watching. It really is so shocking how much disregard people have. And let me take this opportunity to point out that it is not just tourists. We saw plenty of residents not doing the right thing while we were there. In fact, the noisy people that Brodi motions to when he was talking about "being quiet" were Kaua'i residents. We are just hoping that this video will help to remind everyone that these areas are special and not to be taken for granted. A reminder to behave like we would if we were in our own neighborhoods.

[@alexanderweeks4701]

I heard about this channel from the helicopter tour. I went earlier today and it was fantastic, possibly the most exciting thing I’ve ever done or seen. I remember this channel being mentioned but I might I’m in the wrong place. Regardless, the tour exceeded my expectations by a landslide. The thing which makes Kauai different from the other islands I’ve been to is that there’s so much more to do besides just swimming and staring at fish. This is thanks to the integrity of the natural state of the island and the beauty it protects: the mystery which is enclosed in the dense vegetation, fog, and the sky-reaching fingers of stone which guard the valleys and the heart of the island. I wish Kauai could stay as it is, but I guess it would be ridiculous to expect everything of beauty to stay the same forever. Mahalo.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Alexander! Brodi is a helicopter tour pilot with Island Helicopters so if you flew with him then yes, you are in the right place :) Welcome! This is one of the most beautifully written descriptions we've ever received in a comment on this channel!! Are you a writer? After I read this to Brodi he said to me...."he get's it, he really gets it". Well said my friend!! We hope you have an amazing rest of your stay on Kaua'i!

[@alexanderweeks4701]

On Hawaii Time I did fly with Brodi, a really excellent guide and a way with words. I don’t write with any regularity, but I like to get something out every now and then. My visit to Kaua’i was fantastic, although I did prefer the Princeville area over the south side in the end. I had a wonderful trip, thank you.

[@mindyd5527]

This is beautiful! I'm adding this hike to my "want to do" list next time we are there 😎 Thank you for your video! Love them all!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Mindy! Yes, a definite must do. I'm sure you can find a hiking buddy ;)

[@LaughingSaint66]

What a treat it’s not even Sunday. Had to look it up since u neva say where it is. I ride by it all the time 🤷🏼‍♂️🚴🏽‍♂️. Autumn is such a friggin diva putting conditioner in her hair along the trail😂😂🤪💃🏿 probably should have told people the amount of deaths related to waterfalls and at each one it’s now fenced off 🥺

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Well I was a slacker and didn't get the video out on Sunday like I usually try to...haha! Busy week with work/studio, you know!! And yes, so many places (like Kipu and Queens Bath) being closed off because of unfortunate deaths that could have been prevented. Thank you for watching!!

[@LaughingSaint66]

On Hawaii Time hey it’s on Hawaii time comes out whenever 😂😂🕺🏻🕺🏻💃🏼

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Truth!! hahaha

[@thechad6594]

Yes I do which is the main reason I insisted in coming to this sight ( Jurassic Park!) 😁👍

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Always so cool to be in the places seen in the movies :)

[@auntiedramey3855]

All the times we have been to Kauai we have never hiked this trail to the falls. Love your videos!!!! My husband and I would love to meet up with you to do a hike:)

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Auntie D Ramey. You got it Auntie D. We would love to hike with you

[@UnderTheRadarLLC]

I'll be in Kauai next week for the first time and your videos have definitely helped me plan a few things to do and see. Would be awesome to meet up and do a hike with you guys or just hang and talk story. Keep up the great work!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha! Thank you so much or watching and for the positive feedback. Who knows you may just see us out and about and if you do please be sure to say hello!!

[@skyyalexander]

My girlfriend and I love your videos! Keep up the great content! Can't wait to come back home to Kauai!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Skyy! We are so happy to hear that you guys enjoy our videos. Thank you so much for your support and positive feedback :)

[@nicolestauffer8904]

Thank you for your etiquette within your videos. I’ve been to Kauai 6 times, first in 2005 and last 2015. I was appalled at the number of tourists snd the lack of respect they showed the land. Frankly, I was ashamed. I had read in the Garden Island paper (which I read everyday) that this waterfall had been closed because of the trash tourists were leaving behind. Glad that it has reopened now if we can just show the area the respect it deserves.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Nicole! Yes, it is always surprising how some people treat paradise. And we will be the first to say that it isn't all visitors that leave the garbage and disrespect these areas, there are plenty of residents that are just as guilty which is a real shame. Thank you for watching and recognizing that this video is about etiquette. Seems that point was lost on some people. :)

[@Mandyglen]

Awesome video & channel 👍🏼 we’re new subscribers 🤗

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Modern Family Life and Travel, welcome to the OHT Ohana thank you so much for subscribing

[@thechad6594]

Ironic did that Falls yesterday!! Swam in the nice cool falls!! 2nd one! I had to walk just a little further and I wouldn’t had to climb under the barbed wire! Oh well you live and learn!! 😁👍 After Awaapuhi, this was a cake walk!! 🥵😁👍

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Richard! Oh darn! Too bad we didn't get a chance to see you on the hike...we were there on Sunday. And you are so right, a walk in the park compared to Awa'awapuhi for sure! Thank you so much for watching!

[@rogergaloardi460]

Thank you both for the information. I just read a article couple days ago about local complaining about tours people destroyed Kauai. For example like what was going on at the North Shore and trash is a big issue.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Roger! Yes, I saw that LA Times article...did you send it to me on FB?? Over visiting of any beautiful place eventually has to be limited so that everyone can enjoy it in the future. Kaua'i needed time to heal and it took a natural disaster like the flooding in April 2018 to give the island that opportunity. Thank you so much for watching!

[@rogergaloardi460]

@@OnHawaiiTime sorry it was not me that send it to you. Yes that is where I read it on LA Times. I try to keep up with what is going on over at Hawaii. Hopefully when I retire in 9 more years wife and I would like to live at Hawaii but haven't decided which Island yet.

[@tmaury7]

I love the channel. I will be going to Kauai on my honeymoon and heard from a friend that Bullshed was a great place to eat. have y'all been there before, and if y'all have what is your take on the restaurant? I have learned tons of things that me and my fiance want to do from the channel keep up the great work.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Teddy! We have never been to the Bullshed but have heard that it is really good. We've had other people ask us "where to get the best steak". I think this might be one of those places. Unfortunately Brodi can't eat steak due to health reasons and I feel bad eating it in front of him. :( Our favorite fancy restaurants are Tide Pools (Grand Hyatt, Poipu), The Oasis (Kapaa) and The Beach House (Poipu). Fantastic food and we usually get seafood. Thank you so much for watching and for your positive feedback! We hope you have an amazing time while visiting Kaua'i!!

[@Paracelsusfilmshome]

Thanks so much for sharing this amazing place! A bunch of us wanted to go a while back but opted for Queen’s Bath instead. We’ll definitely have to check this out next time. Speaking of waterfalls, any chance you might ever venture out to Waipo’o falls? The canyon trail was so beautiful I just remember sitting there near tears at how absolutely stunning it was. One of my absolute favorite memories on Kauai!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha! We will definitely make it up to Waipo'o falls one of these days....just have to jump through few hoops before we can film there first :( Thank you for watching!

[@LaughingSaint66]

Came by yesterday to say hi but you we’re off hopefully filming a video even went stalking Brodie at work he must have been in air I saw so many helicopters all day one must have been him 😂😂 I wanted autographs 🤓🤓

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Hahahaha....yeah we were both working our day jobs. My instructor mentioned you stopped by. :)

[@dy8316]

This was a great video! The footage was beautiful and it was very informative. Thank you! Also, what is the name of the song that was playing during the hike (2:00)?

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha! Thank you for watching. Glad to hear you enjoyed and found the video informative. We use all KZbin music so we don't end up with copyright issues or strikes. The song is called Ravines but I have no idea if you'd be able to find it anywhere other than KZbin studios.

[@bradyparks6192]

Great video, as usual. LOVE hiking Kauai! Gonna put that one on the list for sure. And what's a hike in Kauai without slippin' and slidin'?

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Brady! You are so right my friend...slippin and slidin is part of the fun :) Thank you so much for watching and the positive feedback!

[@laurenstephan3150]

Can you tell me where you START this trail (where we'd park). You show the road...but where is it? I did this hike about 7 years ago...but I entered it by kayak....and then hiked in from there. Coming back in a week and would love to do this hike again.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Lauren! We didn't show how to get there because the home owners in that area are upset with people overcrowding their neighborhood and asked us to do a video to highlight that frustration for them. So unfortunately we won't be providing details on how to get there but you can definitely google it and find directions on how to get there. We walk a fine line here with our channel. Trying to provide visitors with good information but also making sure we show respect to the people of Kauai and lands. Thank you for watching!

[@laurenstephan3150]

@@OnHawaiiTime Understood. Just google Ho;opi'i Falls? Mahalo!

[@miketee5716]

Your videos are so good ! After watching this one and reading some of the comments, I will instead choose another hike which has less impact on the locals and the area. One question though , do you guys worry much about leptospirosis in the freshwater in Kaua’i. Thanks

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Mike! Thank you so much for watching. I think that is a very wise idea. There are plenty of other hikes that are not in residential areas that are just as fun and beautiful for you to enjoy. And to answer your question about leptospirosis, I definitely wouldn't go into fresh water with an open wound here.

[@deborahschaub2925]

I’d LOVE to have that plant conditioner that you put on your hair Amber in its raw form !!! HOW can I get it ??? OH MY GOODNESS !!!!!!!

[@fastmedic1966]

We where just there we love the hike but those are not my shorts.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Tim! Hahahaha....so glad to hear you didn't lose your shorts on the hike..LOL!

[@DrAlvinEng]

Our family once went to both Kipu and Ho'opi'i Falls many years ago and wondered what happened to Kipu Falls! too bad they've been abused!

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Yep, it is so sad. We often get backlash on our channel for the way we tell people not to go here, or not to do that, etc. but it is for Kauai. If people want to enjoy Kauai for future generations to come they have to treat it with respect. We know you understand that :)

[@DrAlvinEng]

@@OnHawaiiTime-Sadly, there are Haters all out there! Just ignore them and keep reporting on those things you love, which is what most of us do too! You're doing a GREAT JOB, so just keep it up and don't let anyone tell you otherwise!

[@paulacooper3700]

Would you suggest hiking sticks for this trail?

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Paula! Thank you for watching. I didn't feel like I needed a hiking stick while doing this trail but if you aren't sure footed then definitely take one with you.

[@LaughingSaint66]

Wow hard to find trail head now so overgrown 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Well I suppose that’s a good thing because the residents in this area would prefer that people not have access to this trail at all. That’s why we did not show how to get to it. One of the residents asked us to make this video to point out that people are too noisy, too messy and it’s a dangerous place to visit if you are dumb enough to jump off of the waterfall that we chose NOT TO SHOW....which is what we shared.

[@LaughingSaint66]

On Hawaii Time Well the day I was there it was very quiet so that’s a good thing however I would feel weird about basically going behind some of the backyard to get to this place

[@OnHawaiiTime]

What day of the week/time of day were you there? We went on a mid-Sunday afternoon. You know we have so many jobs that getting out and playing is hard for us....LOL! Apparently it gets pretty crazy there during the day when people are out playing.

[@LaughingSaint66]

On Hawaii Time I was there yesterday on my ride late afternoon I didn’t do the trail I just rode by the road to see the parking and stuff like that

[@LaughingSaint66]

On Hawaii Time so I shouldn’t expect an amazing vid today right 😂😂🤪😩😩

[@raymondbarry4196]

Maybe the person who lost their shorts hasn't left

[@OnHawaiiTime]

I was on the lookout!! hahahahahaha! You never know ;)

[@andrewzenn1719]

There are dumped, burned out cars all around the island. Cheaper than taking it to the dump. There is a road by the inland side of the swinging bridge in Hanepepe full of abandoned cars, and many of those people who keep them in their yards are kingdom people who believe their land is sacred - go figure. Take pictures of the rubbish and they will chase you .

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Andrew! Yes, totally. It is really disappointing to see the way some people treat this beautiful island.

[@lindadunn1517]

Where on kauai is hoopii falls

[@805gregg]

Easier on a helicopter, and better view

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Definitely! Although you won't see this waterfall from the helicopter there are plenty of other gorgeous falls to see from above!

[@brainsoup9667]

I too live here, don't put this on the internet.

[@OnHawaiiTime]

Aloha Michael. We were asked by a friend who lives in this neighborhood to make this video to EDUCATE visitors about how to visit with RESPECT for the people and the land. We are not showing people how to go to this waterfall. The blue book created this issue. People (residents and visitors) are not going to stop visiting this place but they do need to be informed on how to have respect. That’s all we are trying to share.