Best parks near Hilo

4 parks · 4 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near Hilo, Hawaii — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 4 of 4 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Wailuku River State Park
#1 Wailuku River State Park
7.8 mi away
Wailuku River State Park, located in the state of Hawaii, offers visitors a stunning natural landscape and several points of interest. Nestled on the Big Island, this park…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Wailoa River State Park
#2 Wailoa River State Park
10.9 mi away
Wailoa River State Park is a beautiful park located on the Big Island of Hawaii. Here is a summary of the park, including reasons to visit, points of interest, interesting facts…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
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Akaka Falls State Park
#3 Akaka Falls State Park
14.2 mi away
Akaka Falls State Park is a beautiful natural attraction located on the Big Island of Hawaii. The park features a 0.4-mile loop trail that takes visitors through lush rainforest…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Mauna Kea State Park Pohakuloa Area
#4 Mauna Kea State Park Pohakuloa Area
20.0 mi away
Mauna Kea State Park Pohakuloa Area is a state park located in the state of Hawaii. The park is situated on the slopes of Mauna Kea, which is the highest mountain in Hawaii. There…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid

Parks near Hilo

The Hilo area has 13 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best parks near Hilo

How are these parks ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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