Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
The 131 acre park encompasses a wide area of the Wailoa River that is more like a lake as it crosses through the park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
Covered picnic tables and grills are spread across the park grounds.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
Large scenic tree in Wailoa River State Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
Several concrete arch bridges cross the river in the park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
The large area was created as a buffer area following a 1960 tsunami.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
Boat parking in the center of the park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
The relatively short river creates a large central lake inside the park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
The Shinmachi Tsunami Memorial.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
The park is a short walk from downtown Hilo.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/23/2022
The area's proximity to the Hilo Airport makes for some surreal moments.