Waterfall Hikes Near Kekaha, HI

3,149 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kekaha? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kekaha. 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 21.9684°N, -159.7141°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kekaha

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

33 waterfalls near Kekaha have live flow data today

Halulu Falls Barely Flowing Kaukiuki Falls Barely Flowing Kāhili Falls Barely Flowing Manawaiopuna Falls Barely Flowing Ooiki Falls Barely Flowing Waiolue Falls Barely Flowing Hanakoa Falls Barely Flowing Hoʻoleʻa Falls Barely Flowing Moeloa Falls Barely Flowing Mōhihi Falls Barely Flowing Paaiki Falls Barely Flowing Hinalele Falls Barely Flowing Hoʻopiʻi Falls Barely Flowing Koholālele Falls Barely Flowing Opae Kalaole Falls Barely Flowing Hoʻopōuli Falls Barely Flowing Hāliʻi Falls Barely Flowing Kapaka Nui Falls Barely Flowing Kapakaiki Falls Barely Flowing Uhauʻiole Falls Barely Flowing Kīlauea Falls Moderate Waihunehune Falls Moderate Limahuli Falls Barely Flowing Pūwainui Falls Barely Flowing ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls Moderate Wailua Falls Moderate ʻĀwini Falls Barely Flowing Waipoʻo Falls Barely Flowing ʻOʻopulele Falls Barely Flowing Waiʻalae Falls Barely Flowing Waiānuenue Falls Barely Flowing Waikaka Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 88°F

Tod 88°F Sunny Best
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 87°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 87°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Fri 87°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Sat 87°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Kekaha

Updated 34 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Wailua Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 33rd percentile
  2. 2 ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls Moderate · 67 cfs 33rd percentile
  3. 3 Waihunehune Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Kīlauea Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 30th percentile
  5. 5 Hinalele Falls Barely Flowing · 12 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Pūwainui Falls Barely Flowing · 54 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kekaha (3 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.

All 33 Waterfalls Near Kekaha

Ooiki Falls

2.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kaukiuki Falls

5.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiolue Falls

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

ʻOʻopulele Falls

2.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paaiki Falls waterfall

Paaiki Falls

15.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waipoʻo Falls waterfall CC

Waipoʻo Falls

14.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
3.2 miles 800 ft
Manawaiopuna Falls waterfall

Manawaiopuna Falls

Hawaii
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Kāhili Falls waterfall

Kāhili Falls

7.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
ʻĀwini Falls waterfall

ʻĀwini Falls

13.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Halulu Falls

2.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiʻalae Falls

3.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiānuenue Falls waterfall

Waiānuenue Falls

0.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waikaka Falls waterfall CC

Waikaka Falls

7.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mōhihi Falls

12.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft
Moeloa Falls waterfall

Moeloa Falls

12.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hoʻoleʻa Falls waterfall

Hoʻoleʻa Falls

11.5 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
22.0 miles 5 ft

Hāliʻi Falls

12.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Hinalele Falls waterfall

Hinalele Falls

9.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pūwainui Falls

8.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanakoa Falls waterfall

Hanakoa Falls

8.9 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
12.0 miles 2 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kekaha

Are there free waterfalls near Kekaha?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Kekaha, including Hoʻopiʻi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kekaha?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Kekaha, including Hāliʻi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kekaha?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Kekaha, including Hoʻopiʻi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kekaha?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kekaha, including Halulu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kekaha?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Kekaha, including Hanakāpīʻai Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kekaha?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kekaha is Halulu Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kekaha?

The tallest waterfall near Kekaha is Waipoʻo Falls at 800 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Kekaha require permits?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Kekaha require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Kekaha?

The closest waterfall to Kekaha is Ooiki Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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