Waterfall Hikes Near Kilauea, HI

3,386 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kilauea? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kilauea. 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 22.2108°N, -159.3965°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kilauea

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

33 waterfalls near Kilauea have live flow data today

Halulu Falls Low Kaukiuki Falls Low Kāhili Falls Low Manawaiopuna Falls Low Ooiki Falls Low Waiolue Falls Low Hanakoa Falls Barely Flowing Hoʻoleʻa Falls Barely Flowing Moeloa Falls Barely Flowing Mōhihi Falls Barely Flowing Paaiki Falls Barely Flowing Hinalele Falls Low 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 Barely Flowing Waihunehune Falls Barely Flowing Limahuli Falls Barely Flowing Pūwainui Falls Barely Flowing ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls Barely Flowing Wailua Falls Barely Flowing 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 about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 80°F

Wed 80°F Sunny Best
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 79°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sun 79°F Scattered Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Scattered Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Scattered Rain Showers

Find waterfalls to hike near Kilauea

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kilauea (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 Kilauea

Kīlauea Falls waterfall

Kīlauea Falls

8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Opae Kalaole Falls

4.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hoʻopōuli Falls

4.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waihunehune Falls

5.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kapakaiki Falls

7.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kapaka Nui Falls

7.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hoʻopiʻi Falls waterfall

Hoʻopiʻi Falls

16 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Koholālele Falls waterfall

Koholālele Falls

5.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Uhauʻiole Falls waterfall

Uhauʻiole Falls

4.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Limahuli Falls waterfall

Limahuli Falls

8.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wailua Falls waterfall

Wailua Falls

1.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls waterfall

ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls

1.4 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Hanakāpīʻai Falls waterfall

Hanakāpīʻai Falls

6.5 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
8.0 miles 1,200 ft
Hanakoa Falls waterfall

Hanakoa Falls

7.3 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
12.0 miles 2 ft

Pūwainui Falls

5.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hinalele Falls waterfall

Hinalele Falls

12.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hāliʻi Falls

4.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Hoʻoleʻa Falls waterfall

Hoʻoleʻa Falls

22.5 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
22.0 miles 5 ft
Moeloa Falls waterfall

Moeloa Falls

12.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mōhihi Falls

9.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kilauea

Are there free waterfalls near Kilauea?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kilauea?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kilauea?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kilauea?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kilauea?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kilauea?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kilauea?

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

Do any waterfalls near Kilauea require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Kilauea?

The closest waterfall to Kilauea is Kīlauea Falls, approximately 0.3 miles away.

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