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

36 waterfalls near Honomu have live flow data 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 Moderate Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Keanapakulua Falls Moderate Lahomene Falls Moderate Waiʻilikahi Falls Moderate Waiokanalopaka Falls Moderate Kemole Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Tropical Storm Conditions Possible · 83°F

Tod 84°F Isolated Rain Showers
Fri 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 83°F Tropical Storm Conditions Possible Best
Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 83°F Scattered Rain Showers
Tue 83°F Isolated Rain Showers
Wed 84°F Scattered Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Honomu

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 ʻAkaka Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 Kahūnā Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Lahomene Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 48th percentile
  4. 4 Waiʻilikahi Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 48th percentile
  5. 5 Waiokanalopaka Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 48th percentile
  6. 6 Keanapakulua Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 48th percentile

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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

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

ʻAkaka Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

20.7 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Honomu

Kahūnā Falls waterfall

Kahūnā Falls

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

ʻAkaka Falls

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

Waialae Falls

22.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiemi Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Kaimukanaka Falls

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

Kulaniapia Falls

19.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Lelekaae Falls

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

Peepee Falls

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

Waiale Falls

19.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wahiloa Falls

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

Kauwehu Falls

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

Pukamaui Falls

18.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lauiole Falls

18.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

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

Wailoa Falls

33.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

33.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Poakana Falls

32.9 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Hikiau Falls

28.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiholoa Falls

44.9 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 1,450 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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