Waterfall Hikes Near Kualapuu, HI

2,157 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kualapuu? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kualapuu. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 21.1564°N, -157.0591°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kualapuu

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Kualapuu have live flow data today

Haha Falls Moderate Hina Falls Moderate Moʻoloa Falls Moderate Puʻukaʻōkū Falls Moderate ʻOloʻupena Falls Moderate Wailele Falls Moderate Hāloku Falls Moderate Waimanu Falls Moderate Hīpuapua Falls Moderate Kahiwa Falls Moderate Moaʻula Moderate Pāpalaua Falls Moderate Mānoa Falls Moderate Waipuhia Falls Moderate Waiohiwi Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 81°F Isolated Rain Showers
Lab 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 83°F Scattered Rain Showers
Wed 82°F Isolated Rain Showers
Thu 81°F Partly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Kualapuu

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Waipuhia Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Mānoa Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Waiohiwi Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 44th percentile
  4. 4 Hīpuapua Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 40th percentile
  5. 5 Kahiwa Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 40th percentile
  6. 6 Moaʻula Moderate · 12 cfs 40th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kualapuu (1 waterfall)

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 15 Waterfalls Near Kualapuu

Waimanu Falls waterfall

Waimanu Falls

47 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hāloku Falls

50 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
22.0 miles 5 ft

ʻOloʻupena Falls

29.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Puʻukaʻōkū Falls waterfall

Puʻukaʻōkū Falls

29.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wailele Falls waterfall

Wailele Falls

29.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hina Falls waterfall

Hina Falls

15.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moʻoloa Falls

17 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haha Falls

15.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pāpalaua Falls waterfall

Pāpalaua Falls

0.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kahiwa Falls

2.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hīpuapua Falls waterfall

Hīpuapua Falls

2.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moaʻula

14.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
4.0 miles 650 ft
Mānoa Falls waterfall

Mānoa Falls

3.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.6 miles 633 ft
Waipuhia Falls waterfall

Waipuhia Falls

36.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Waiohiwi Falls waterfall

Waiohiwi Falls

20.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kualapuu

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kualapuu?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Kualapuu, including Mānoa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kualapuu?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Kualapuu, including Mānoa Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kualapuu?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kualapuu, including Kahiwa Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kualapuu?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Kualapuu, including Waimanu Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kualapuu?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kualapuu is Haha Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kualapuu?

The tallest waterfall near Kualapuu is Puʻukaʻōkū Falls at 2,756 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Kualapuu require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kualapuu?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Kualapuu has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kualapuu?

The closest waterfall to Kualapuu is Waimanu Falls, approximately 5.2 miles away.

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