Waterfall Hikes Near Fern Forest, HI

824 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fern Forest? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fern Forest. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 19.4648°N, -155.1324°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fern Forest

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

2 of 20 waterfalls near Fern Forest are flowing strongly today

Hawaii Falls Moderate Kaimukanaka Falls Moderate Kauwehu Falls Moderate Koakanini Falls Moderate Kulaniapia Falls Moderate Lauiole Falls Moderate Lelekaae Falls Moderate Peepee Falls Moderate Poakana Falls Moderate Pukamaui Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Wailoa Falls Moderate Waiale Falls Moderate Hikiau Falls Barely Flowing Kahūnā Falls Roaring ʻAkaka Falls Roaring Waiholoa Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers · 73°F

Tod 71°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sat 75°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sun 73°F Scattered Rain Showers
Lab 74°F Rain Showers
Tue 76°F Rain Showers
Wed 73°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Thu 72°F Scattered Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Fern Forest

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Kahūnā Falls Roaring · 26 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 ʻAkaka Falls Roaring · 26 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Waiale Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Wailoa Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Pukamaui Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fern Forest (7 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Kulaniapia Falls waterfall

Kulaniapia Falls

23.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Fern Forest

Peepee Falls waterfall

Peepee Falls

22.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiale Falls waterfall

Waiale Falls

22.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kulaniapia Falls waterfall

Kulaniapia Falls

23.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Lauiole Falls

23.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kauwehu Falls waterfall

Kauwehu Falls

23.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaimukanaka Falls waterfall CC

Kaimukanaka Falls

22.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pukamaui Falls waterfall

Pukamaui Falls

23.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

23.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wailoa Falls waterfall

Wailoa Falls

23.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

21.8 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Lelekaae Falls

23.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

24.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Poakana Falls

24.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Waialae Falls waterfall

Waialae Falls

24.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wahiloa Falls

26.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiemi Falls

28 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
ʻAkaka Falls waterfall

ʻAkaka Falls

30.3 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Kahūnā Falls waterfall

Kahūnā Falls

30.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Hikiau Falls

44.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiholoa Falls

18.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fern Forest

Are there free waterfalls near Fern Forest?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Fern Forest, including Peepee Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fern Forest?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Fern Forest, including Hawaii Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fern Forest?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fern Forest, including Kahūnā Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fern Forest?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fern Forest, including Kulaniapia Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fern Forest?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fern Forest is Hawaii Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fern Forest?

The tallest waterfall near Fern Forest is ʻAkaka Falls at 442 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fern Forest require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Fern Forest requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Fern Forest?

The closest waterfall to Fern Forest is Peepee Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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