Waterfall Hikes Near Keaau, HI

1,290 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Keaau? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Keaau. 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 19.6233°N, -155.0483°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Keaau

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 32 gauged

12 of 32 waterfalls near Keaau 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 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 Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Lahomene Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Low Waialae Falls Low Wahiloa Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Scattered Rain Showers · 79°F

Wed 79°F Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Scattered Rain Showers
Fri 79°F Scattered Rain Showers Best
Ind 78°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sun 79°F Scattered Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Scattered Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Scattered Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Keaau

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Nanaue Falls Strong · 26 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 Naalapa Falls Strong · 26 cfs 84th percentile
  3. 3 Papala Falls Strong · 26 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Kaluahine Falls Strong · 26 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Kakeha Falls Strong · 26 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Waiholoa Falls Strong · 26 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Keaau (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 32 Waterfalls Near Keaau

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 Keaau

Are there free waterfalls near Keaau?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Keaau?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Keaau?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Keaau?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Keaau?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Keaau?

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

Do any waterfalls near Keaau require permits?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Keaau require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Keaau?

The closest waterfall to Keaau is Rainbow Falls, approximately 7.3 miles away.

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