Waterfall Hikes Near Maunaloa, HI

279 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Maunaloa? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Maunaloa. 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 21.1334°N, -157.2123°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Maunaloa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Maunaloa 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

Updated about 1 hour 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 Isolated Rain Showers
Lab 85°F Rain Showers
Tue 84°F Scattered Rain Showers
Wed 84°F Isolated Rain Showers
Thu 83°F Isolated Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Maunaloa

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 Hīpuapua Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Kahiwa Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 40th percentile
  5. 5 Moaʻula Moderate · 12 cfs 40th percentile
  6. 6 Pāpalaua Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 40th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Maunaloa (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 14 Waterfalls Near Maunaloa

Waimanu Falls waterfall

Waimanu Falls

47 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

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
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

Moaʻula

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

Hīpuapua Falls

2.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Maunaloa

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Maunaloa?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Maunaloa?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Maunaloa?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Maunaloa?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Maunaloa?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Maunaloa?

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

Do any waterfalls near Maunaloa require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Maunaloa?

The closest waterfall to Maunaloa is Waimanu Falls, approximately 12.2 miles away.

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