August 1, 2013
After admiring the falls, we decided to continue on to the next waterfall, then return to the lower fall for a swim on the way back.
The next part of the trail ascends pretty steeply uphill to a lookout pavilion. The walk took about half an hour, but we were able to stop every once in awhile and enjoy the thoughtfully-provided benches at various lookouts. The final part of the walk was the steepest, but when we emerged at the lookout area, we were rewarded with fantastic views of lush mountains, scenic coastline, and nearby Qamea Island.
We stayed at the pavilion awhile, recovering, drinking plenty of water, and admiring the incredible views. This hike had been well worth the effort. Even Rich thinks so.
Below a gallery of our hike to the pavilion. Click to enlarge and scroll. –Cyndi
