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

34 waterfalls near Hilo have live flow data today

Aa Falls Barely Flowing Aimoo Falls Barely Flowing Hakalaoa Falls Barely Flowing Hiʻilawe Falls Barely Flowing Ipuu Falls Barely Flowing Kakeha Falls Barely Flowing Kaluahine Falls Barely Flowing Naalapa Falls Barely Flowing Nanaue Falls Barely Flowing Papala Falls Barely Flowing Waiholoa Falls Barely Flowing Waiamoa Falls Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing ʻAkaka Falls Barely Flowing Kemole Falls Barely Flowing Lahomene Falls Barely Flowing Waiʻilikahi Falls Barely Flowing Waiemi Falls Barely Flowing Waialae Falls Barely Flowing Wahiloa Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

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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

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

Kulaniapia Falls

17.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Hilo

Ipuu Falls waterfall

Ipuu Falls

17.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hakalaoa Falls waterfall CC

Hakalaoa Falls

19.8 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
Kakeha Falls waterfall

Kakeha Falls

19.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaluahine Falls waterfall

Kaluahine Falls

18.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aa Falls

15.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aimoo Falls

Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Papala Falls waterfall

Papala Falls

19.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Nanaue Falls

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

Naalapa Falls

17 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiamoa Falls waterfall

Waiamoa Falls

17.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lahomene Falls

18.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiʻilikahi Falls

19.5 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

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 1450 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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