Waterfall Hikes Near Honomu, HI

413 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Honomu? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Honomu. 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 19.8697°N, -155.1123°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Honomu

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

17 of 36 waterfalls near Honomu 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 Hikiau 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 about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Rain Showers Likely · 80°F

Thu 80°F Rain Showers Likely Best
Fri 80°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sat 81°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Scattered Rain Showers
Mon 80°F Scattered Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 80°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Honomu (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.

Kahūnā Falls waterfall

Kahūnā Falls

34.2 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
ʻAkaka Falls waterfall

ʻAkaka Falls

34.2 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

18.5 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Honomu

Kahūnā Falls waterfall

Kahūnā Falls

34.2 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
ʻAkaka Falls waterfall

ʻAkaka Falls

34.2 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Waialae Falls waterfall

Waialae Falls

5.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiemi Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

18.5 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
Kulaniapia Falls waterfall

Kulaniapia Falls

17.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Lelekaae Falls

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

Peepee Falls

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

Waiale Falls

17 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wahiloa Falls

8.9 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
Pukamaui Falls waterfall

Pukamaui Falls

0.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lauiole Falls

0.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

40.3 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
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

0.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Poakana Falls

39.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Hikiau Falls

25.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiholoa Falls

17.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Honomu

Are there free waterfalls near Honomu?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Honomu, including Keanapakulua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Honomu?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Honomu?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Honomu?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Honomu?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Honomu?

The tallest waterfall near Honomu is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Honomu require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Honomu?

The closest waterfall to Honomu is Kahūnā Falls, approximately 2.3 miles away.

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