Waterfall Hikes Near Honokaa, HI

2,290 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Honokaa? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Honokaa. 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 20.0776°N, -155.4644°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Honokaa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

36 waterfalls near Honokaa have live flow data today

Aa Falls Barely Flowing Aimoo Falls Barely Flowing Hakalaoa Falls Barely Flowing Hiʻilawe Falls Barely Flowing Ipuu Falls Barely Flowing Kakeha Falls Barely Flowing Kaluahine Falls Barely Flowing Naalapa Falls Barely Flowing Nanaue Falls Barely Flowing Papala Falls Barely Flowing Waiholoa Falls Barely Flowing Waiamoa Falls Barely Flowing 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 Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Keanapakulua Falls Barely Flowing Lahomene Falls Barely Flowing Waiʻilikahi Falls Barely Flowing Waiokanalopaka Falls Barely Flowing Kemole Falls Barely Flowing Waiemi Falls Low Waialae Falls Low Wahiloa Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Tod 78°F Isolated Rain Showers
Sun 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 79°F Occasional Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 76°F Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Honokaa

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lauiole Falls Moderate · 151 cfs 51st percentile
  2. 2 Lelekaae Falls Moderate · 151 cfs 51st percentile
  3. 3 Kulaniapia Falls Moderate · 151 cfs 51st percentile
  4. 4 Koakanini Falls Moderate · 151 cfs 51st percentile
  5. 5 Peepee Falls Moderate · 151 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Poakana Falls Moderate · 151 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Honokaa (8 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.

All 36 Waterfalls Near Honokaa

Waiholoa Falls

18.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ipuu Falls waterfall

Ipuu Falls

12.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hakalaoa Falls waterfall CC

Hakalaoa Falls

41 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hiʻilawe Falls waterfall CC

Hiʻilawe Falls

1.2 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
4.0 miles 900 ft
Kakeha Falls waterfall

Kakeha Falls

0.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaluahine Falls waterfall

Kaluahine Falls

1.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aa Falls

39.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aimoo Falls

0.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Papala Falls waterfall

Papala Falls

19.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Nanaue Falls

1.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Naalapa Falls waterfall

Naalapa Falls

13.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiamoa Falls waterfall

Waiamoa Falls

2.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hikiau Falls

44.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lahomene Falls

39.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiʻilikahi Falls

40.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kemole Falls waterfall

Kemole Falls

8.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiokanalopaka Falls waterfall

Waiokanalopaka Falls

29.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keanapakulua Falls waterfall

Keanapakulua Falls

9.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kahūnā Falls waterfall

Kahūnā Falls

30.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
ʻAkaka Falls waterfall

ʻAkaka Falls

30.3 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Honokaa

Are there free waterfalls near Honokaa?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Honokaa, including Keanapakulua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Honokaa?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Honokaa, including Hawaii Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Honokaa?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Honokaa, including Ipuu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Honokaa?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Honokaa, including Kulaniapia Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Honokaa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Honokaa is Aa Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Honokaa?

The tallest waterfall near Honokaa is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1,450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Honokaa require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Honokaa require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Honokaa?

The closest waterfall to Honokaa is Waiholoa Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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