Waterfall Hikes Near Makaha, HI

10,042 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Makaha? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Makaha. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 21.4739°N, -158.2102°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Makaha

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Makaha have live flow data today

Mānoa Falls Moderate Waipuhia Falls Moderate Waimea Falls Moderate

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tod 89°F Sunny
Sat 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 90°F Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers
Lab 89°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 89°F Scattered Rain Showers
Wed 90°F Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 89°F Isolated Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Makaha

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Waimea Falls Strong · 34 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 Waipuhia Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Mānoa Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 63rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Makaha (2 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.

Waimea Falls waterfall

Waimea Falls

21.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Mānoa Falls waterfall

Mānoa Falls

3.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.6 miles 633 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Makaha

Waimea Falls waterfall

Waimea Falls

21.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Sacred Falls waterfall

Sacred Falls

13.6 miles away
Hawaii
Unknown
2.2 miles 200 ft
Waipuhia Falls waterfall

Waipuhia Falls

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

Mānoa Falls

3.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.6 miles 633 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Makaha

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Makaha?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Makaha, including Mānoa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Makaha?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Makaha?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Makaha, including Mānoa Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Makaha?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Makaha, including Waimea Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Makaha?

The shortest waterfall hike near Makaha is Mānoa Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Makaha?

The tallest waterfall near Makaha is Mānoa Falls at 150 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Makaha?

The closest waterfall to Makaha is Waimea Falls, approximately 14.7 miles away.

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