Waterfall Hikes Near Makakilo, HI

21,055 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Makakilo? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Makakilo. 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 21.3591°N, -158.0813°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Makakilo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Makakilo have live flow data today

Mānoa Falls Moderate Waipuhia Falls Moderate Waimea Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

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

Flowing best right now near Makakilo

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Waimea Falls Strong · 28 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Waipuhia Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Mānoa Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Makakilo (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.

Mānoa Falls waterfall

Mānoa Falls

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

Waimea Falls

21.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Makakilo

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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Makakilo

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Makakilo?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Makakilo?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Makakilo?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Makakilo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Makakilo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Makakilo?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Makakilo?

The closest waterfall to Makakilo is Waipuhia Falls, approximately 11.9 miles away.

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