Waterfall Hikes Near Hilo, HI

47,627 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hilo? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hilo. 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 19.6883°N, -155.0863°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hilo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

5 of 34 waterfalls near Hilo are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Occasional Rain Showers · 80°F

Tod 78°F Occasional Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 80°F Occasional Rain Showers Best
Tue 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 80°F Occasional Rain Showers
Thu 79°F Occasional Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hilo

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 ʻAkaka Falls Roaring · 24 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Kahūnā Falls Roaring · 24 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Waiʻilikahi Falls Strong · 16 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Lahomene Falls Strong · 16 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Kemole Falls Strong · 9 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Wahiloa Falls Moderate · 97 cfs 69th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hilo (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.

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 34 Waterfalls Near Hilo

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

Waiholoa Falls

4.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hilo

Are there free waterfalls near Hilo?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hilo?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hilo?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hilo, including Ipuu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hilo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hilo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hilo?

The tallest waterfall near Hilo is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1,450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Hilo require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Hilo?

The closest waterfall to Hilo is Rainbow Falls, approximately 2.5 miles away.

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