Waterfall Hikes Near Ainaloa, HI

3,832 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ainaloa? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ainaloa. 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 19.5215°N, -154.9944°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ainaloa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

19 waterfalls near Ainaloa have live flow data today

Hawaii Falls Barely Flowing Kaimukanaka Falls Barely Flowing Kauwehu Falls Barely Flowing Koakanini Falls Barely Flowing Kulaniapia Falls Barely Flowing Lauiole Falls Barely Flowing Lelekaae Falls Barely Flowing Peepee Falls Barely Flowing Poakana Falls Barely Flowing Pukamaui Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Wailoa Falls Barely Flowing Waiale Falls Barely Flowing Hikiau Falls Barely Flowing Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Barely Flowing Waialae Falls Barely Flowing Wahiloa Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Chance Rain Showers · 80°F

Wed 81°F Occasional Rain Showers
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Flowing best right now near Ainaloa

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kahūnā Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 ʻAkaka Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 39th percentile
  3. 3 Waiale Falls Barely Flowing · 48 cfs 6th percentile
  4. 4 Wailoa Falls Barely Flowing · 48 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing · 48 cfs 6th percentile
  6. 6 Pukamaui Falls Barely Flowing · 48 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ainaloa (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

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

Kulaniapia Falls

16.3 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Ainaloa

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Kaimukanaka Falls

17.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peepee Falls waterfall

Peepee Falls

16.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiale Falls waterfall

Waiale Falls

16.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kulaniapia Falls waterfall

Kulaniapia Falls

16.3 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Lauiole Falls

16.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kauwehu Falls waterfall

Kauwehu Falls

16 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pukamaui Falls waterfall

Pukamaui Falls

16 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

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

Wailoa Falls

15.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Lelekaae Falls

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

Hawaii Falls

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

Waialae Falls

15.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Poakana Falls

14.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Wahiloa Falls

12.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiemi Falls

11.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
ʻAkaka Falls waterfall

ʻAkaka Falls

9.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Kahūnā Falls waterfall

Kahūnā Falls

9 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Hikiau Falls

4.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ainaloa

Are there free waterfalls near Ainaloa?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ainaloa?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ainaloa?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ainaloa?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ainaloa?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ainaloa?

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

Do any waterfalls near Ainaloa require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Ainaloa?

The closest waterfall to Ainaloa is Rainbow Falls, approximately 14.6 miles away.

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