Waterfall Hikes Near Koloa, HI

2,281 residents

Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone

33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Koloa anchors Kauai's south side, and 33 falls land inside its 50 mile ring, which on an island this size means nearly all of them. Wailua Falls near Līhuʻe drops 80 feet beside a parking pullout, no hiking required. Manawaiopuna, the 400 footer in Hanapēpē Valley that appeared in Jurassic Park, stands on private land, so most people see it from a helicopter. Hāliʻi, Kāhili and the rest drain some of the wettest ground on earth, and plenty of them are easier to name than to reach.

Located at 21.9031°N, -159.4611°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Koloa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

16 of 33 waterfalls near Koloa are flowing strongly today

Hanakoa Falls Moderate Hoʻoleʻa Falls Moderate Moeloa Falls Moderate Mōhihi Falls Moderate Paaiki Falls Moderate Hinalele Falls Strong Hoʻopiʻi Falls Moderate Koholālele Falls Moderate Opae Kalaole Falls Moderate Hoʻopōuli Falls Roaring Hāliʻi Falls Strong Kapaka Nui Falls Strong Kapakaiki Falls Strong Uhauʻiole Falls Strong Kīlauea Falls Strong Waihunehune Falls Strong Limahuli Falls Strong Pūwainui Falls Strong ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls Roaring Wailua Falls Roaring ʻĀwini Falls Moderate Waipoʻo Falls Moderate ʻOʻopulele Falls Strong Waiʻalae Falls Strong Waiānuenue Falls Strong Waikaka Falls Strong

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Best Day to Hike

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Koloa (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.

Hāliʻi Falls

5 miles away

Hawaii

Easy

0.4 miles 50 ft

Manawaiopuna Falls waterfall

Manawaiopuna Falls

11.1 miles away

Hawaii

Drive Up

Unknown Unknown

All 33 Waterfalls Near Koloa

Waiʻalae Falls

8.4 miles away

Hawaii

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hoʻopiʻi Falls waterfall

Hoʻopiʻi Falls

2.5 miles away

Hawaii

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Pūwainui Falls

13.4 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

Mōhihi Falls

Hawaii

Moderate

4.0 miles 500 ft

Kīlauea Falls waterfall

Kīlauea Falls

10 miles away

Hawaii

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Moeloa Falls waterfall

Moeloa Falls

Hawaii

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Waipoʻo Falls waterfall

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Waipoʻo Falls

1.2 miles away

Hawaii

Moderate

3.2 miles 800 ft

Hanakāpīʻai Falls waterfall

Hanakāpīʻai Falls

1.3 miles away

Hawaii

Hard

8.0 miles 1,200 ft

Limahuli Falls waterfall

Limahuli Falls

5.1 miles away

Hawaii

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hanakoa Falls waterfall

Hanakoa Falls

Hawaii

Hard

12.0 miles 2 ft

Hoʻoleʻa Falls waterfall

Hoʻoleʻa Falls

Hawaii

Hard

22.0 miles 5 ft

Paaiki Falls waterfall

Paaiki Falls

12.8 miles away

Hawaii

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Koloa

Are there free waterfalls near Koloa?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Koloa?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Koloa?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Koloa?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Koloa?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Koloa?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Koloa?

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

Do any waterfalls near Koloa require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Koloa?

The closest waterfall to Koloa is Hāliʻi Falls, approximately 5.3 miles away.

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