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VIDEO: Rainbow Falls Parking Lot Work Underway
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by Big Island Video News
on Mar 10, 2015 at 4:25 pm

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HILO - A project to improve the accessible passenger loading zone for buses parking at the popular section at Wailuku River State Park park got underway this week.

Parking at Rainbow Falls Got Tighter Monday

HILO – A project to improve the accessible passenger loading zone for buses parking at the popular section at Wailuku River State Park park got underway this week.

The Department of Land and Natural Resources says improvements will include relocating the loading zone away from vehicular flow and a more durable concrete pad. This project will allow those with disabilities a safer, properly designed access to the Rainbow Falls lookout area.

Contractor Ludwig Construction is doing the work at a cost is $87,600. The project will take 180-days to complete.

We ask the public’s assistance and understanding. Safety will be of our utmost concern in directing vehicles to parking locations and limiting parking. We will also be notifying the local tour operators so they can plan accordingly.”DLNR State Parks director Dan Quinn

And that may not be the only change on the horizon for the Rainbow Falls parking area.

This Friday the Board of Land and Natural Resources will vote on whether or not to authorize an invitation for bids to run concession stands at numerous state parks; Rainbow Falls being one of them. The winner be allowed to sell food, beverage and gift items at the location.

courtesy the DLNR submittal to the land board, showing the location of the planned concession at Rainbow Falls.

courtesy the DLNR submittal to the land board, showing the location of the planned concession at Rainbow Falls.


Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: DLNR, Rainbow Falls, Wailuku River

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