Waterfall Hikes Near Black Sands, HI

179 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Black Sands? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Black Sands. 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 19.4136°N, -154.9588°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Black Sands

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

19 waterfalls near Black Sands 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 13 minutes ago via USGS

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Flowing best right now near Black Sands

Updated 13 minutes 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 Black Sands (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 Black Sands

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 Black Sands

Are there free waterfalls near Black Sands?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Black Sands, including Peepee Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Black Sands?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Black Sands?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Black Sands?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Black Sands?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Black Sands?

The tallest waterfall near Black Sands is ʻAkaka Falls at 442 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Black Sands require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Black Sands?

The closest waterfall to Black Sands is Rainbow Falls, approximately 21.3 miles away.

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