Waterfall Hikes Near Pahoa, HI

1,372 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pahoa? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pahoa. 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 19.4960°N, -154.9453°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pahoa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

2 of 19 waterfalls near Pahoa are flowing strongly today

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 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers · 80°F

Tod 79°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sat 81°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sun 80°F Scattered Rain Showers
Lab 81°F Rain Showers
Tue 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 80°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Pahoa

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kahūnā Falls Roaring · 26 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 ʻAkaka Falls Roaring · 26 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Waiale Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Wailoa Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Pukamaui Falls Moderate · 204 cfs 69th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pahoa (7 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.

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

21.8 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Kulaniapia Falls waterfall

Kulaniapia Falls

23.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Pahoa

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

21.8 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Kaimukanaka Falls waterfall CC

Kaimukanaka Falls

22.2 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
Waiale Falls waterfall

Waiale Falls

22.9 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

Lauiole Falls

23.3 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
Pukamaui Falls waterfall

Pukamaui Falls

23.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

23.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wailoa Falls waterfall

Wailoa Falls

23.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Lelekaae Falls

23.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

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

Waialae Falls

24.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Poakana Falls

24.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Wahiloa Falls

26.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiemi Falls

28 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pahoa

Are there free waterfalls near Pahoa?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pahoa?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Pahoa, including Hawaii Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pahoa?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pahoa, including Kahūnā Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pahoa?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pahoa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pahoa is Hawaii Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pahoa?

The tallest waterfall near Pahoa is ʻAkaka Falls at 442 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pahoa require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Pahoa requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Pahoa?

The closest waterfall to Pahoa is Rainbow Falls, approximately 17.9 miles away.

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