Waterfall Hikes Near Pahala, HI

1,897 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pahala? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pahala. 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 19.1993°N, -155.4772°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pahala

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 28 gauged

2 of 28 waterfalls near Pahala are flowing strongly today

Aa Falls Moderate Aimoo Falls Moderate Hakalaoa Falls Moderate Hiʻilawe Falls Moderate Ipuu Falls Moderate Kakeha Falls Moderate Kaluahine Falls Moderate Papala Falls Moderate Waiholoa Falls Moderate 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 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Tod 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers
Lab 84°F Rain Showers
Tue 86°F Rain Showers
Wed 84°F Scattered Rain Showers
Thu 83°F Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Pahala

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 ʻAkaka Falls Roaring · 26 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Kahūnā Falls Roaring · 26 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Peepee Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Poakana Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  5. 5 Lelekaae Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Lauiole Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pahala (8 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.

Poakana Falls

24.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

24.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Wailoa Falls waterfall

Wailoa Falls

23.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Pahala

Poakana Falls

24.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

24.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Wailoa Falls waterfall

Wailoa Falls

23.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Koakanini Falls

23.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lauiole Falls

23.3 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
Kauwehu Falls waterfall

Kauwehu Falls

23.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wahiloa Falls

26.8 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
Peepee Falls waterfall

Peepee Falls

22.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lelekaae Falls

23.8 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
Kaimukanaka Falls waterfall CC

Kaimukanaka Falls

22.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

21.8 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Waiemi Falls

28 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waialae Falls waterfall

Waialae Falls

24.1 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

Waiholoa Falls

18.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pahala

Are there free waterfalls near Pahala?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pahala?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Pahala, including Hawaii Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pahala?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pahala, including Ipuu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pahala?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pahala?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pahala is Aa Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pahala?

The tallest waterfall near Pahala is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1,450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pahala require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Pahala require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Pahala?

The closest waterfall to Pahala is Poakana Falls, approximately 36.9 miles away.

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