Waterfall Hikes Near Captain Cook, HI

4,135 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Captain Cook? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Captain Cook. 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 19.4995°N, -155.8937°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Captain Cook

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

17 of 35 waterfalls near Captain Cook are flowing strongly today

Aa Falls Strong Aimoo Falls Strong Hakalaoa Falls Strong Hiʻilawe Falls Strong Ipuu Falls Strong Kakeha Falls Strong Kaluahine Falls Strong Naalapa Falls Strong Nanaue Falls Strong Papala Falls Strong Waiholoa Falls Strong Waiamoa Falls Strong 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 Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Keanapakulua Falls Strong Lahomene Falls Strong Waiʻilikahi Falls Strong Waiokanalopaka Falls Strong Kemole Falls Strong Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 81°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Captain Cook (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

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

Hawaii Falls

0.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Captain Cook

Waiokanalopaka Falls waterfall

Waiokanalopaka Falls

8.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kemole Falls waterfall

Kemole Falls

8.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keanapakulua Falls waterfall

Keanapakulua Falls

9.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Poakana Falls

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

Hawaii Falls

0.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Aa Falls

15.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lahomene Falls

18.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aimoo Falls

Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiholoa Falls

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

Wailoa Falls

0.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Papala Falls waterfall

Papala Falls

19.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Koakanini Falls

40.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kakeha Falls waterfall

Kakeha Falls

19.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiʻilikahi Falls

19.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lauiole Falls

0.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Nanaue Falls

19.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Pukamaui Falls waterfall

Pukamaui Falls

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

Kauwehu Falls

0.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hiʻilawe Falls waterfall CC

Hiʻilawe Falls

16.7 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
4.0 miles 900 ft
Hakalaoa Falls waterfall CC

Hakalaoa Falls

19.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Captain Cook

Are there free waterfalls near Captain Cook?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Captain Cook, including Keanapakulua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Captain Cook?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Captain Cook?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Captain Cook, including Ipuu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Captain Cook?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Captain Cook, including Kulaniapia Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Captain Cook?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Captain Cook?

The tallest waterfall near Captain Cook is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Captain Cook require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Captain Cook?

The closest waterfall to Captain Cook is Waiokanalopaka Falls, approximately 30.2 miles away.

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