Waterfall Hikes Near Kalapana, HI

56 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kalapana? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kalapana. 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 19.3566°N, -154.9752°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kalapana

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

2 of 19 waterfalls near Kalapana 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 Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Scattered Rain Showers · 83°F

Tod 82°F Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sun 83°F Scattered Rain Showers Best
Lab 84°F Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 83°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Kalapana

Updated about 3 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 Wahiloa Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 72nd percentile
  4. 4 Waialae Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 72nd percentile
  5. 5 Waiemi Falls Moderate · 108 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Waiale Falls Moderate · 210 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kalapana (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.

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

21.8 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Kulaniapia Falls waterfall

Kulaniapia Falls

23.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Kalapana

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

21.8 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Kaimukanaka Falls waterfall CC

Kaimukanaka Falls

22.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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
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

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
Waialae Falls waterfall

Waialae Falls

24.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Poakana Falls

24.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kalapana

Are there free waterfalls near Kalapana?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Kalapana, including Peepee Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kalapana?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kalapana?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kalapana?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kalapana?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kalapana?

The tallest waterfall near Kalapana is ʻAkaka Falls at 442 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Kalapana require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Kalapana?

The closest waterfall to Kalapana is Rainbow Falls, approximately 23.4 miles away.

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