Waterfall Hikes Near Fern Acres, HI

1,781 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fern Acres? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fern Acres. 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 19.5080°N, -155.0787°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fern Acres

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

19 waterfalls near Fern Acres have live flow data 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 Moderate Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Scattered Rain Showers · 72°F

Aft 76°F Isolated Rain Showers
Wed 73°F Rain Showers
Thu 72°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 72°F Scattered Rain Showers Best
Ind 72°F Rain Showers Likely
Sun 73°F Scattered Rain Showers
Mon 73°F Scattered Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Fern Acres

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Kahūnā Falls Roaring · 25 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 ʻAkaka Falls Roaring · 25 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Waiale Falls Moderate · 127 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Wailoa Falls Moderate · 127 cfs 40th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 127 cfs 40th percentile
  6. 6 Pukamaui Falls Moderate · 127 cfs 40th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fern Acres (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

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

Kulaniapia Falls

0.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Fern Acres

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Kaimukanaka Falls

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

Peepee Falls

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

Waiale Falls

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

Kulaniapia Falls

0.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Lauiole Falls

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

Kauwehu Falls

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

Pukamaui Falls

9.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

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

Wailoa Falls

10.2 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Lelekaae Falls

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

Hawaii Falls

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

Waialae Falls

5.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Poakana Falls

11.3 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Wahiloa Falls

8.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiemi Falls

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

ʻAkaka Falls

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

Kahūnā Falls

2.3 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Hikiau Falls

15 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fern Acres

Are there free waterfalls near Fern Acres?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Fern Acres, including Peepee Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fern Acres?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fern Acres?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fern Acres?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fern Acres?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fern Acres?

The tallest waterfall near Fern Acres is ʻAkaka Falls at 442 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fern Acres require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Fern Acres?

The closest waterfall to Fern Acres is Rainbow Falls, approximately 11.7 miles away.

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