Waterfall Hikes Near Kurtistown, HI

2,896 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kurtistown? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kurtistown. 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 19.5860°N, -155.0713°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kurtistown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

12 of 31 waterfalls near Kurtistown 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 Barely Flowing Kaimukanaka Falls Barely Flowing Kauwehu Falls Barely Flowing Koakanini Falls Barely Flowing Kulaniapia Falls Barely Flowing Lauiole Falls Barely Flowing Lelekaae Falls Barely Flowing Peepee Falls Barely Flowing Poakana Falls Barely Flowing Pukamaui Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Wailoa Falls Barely Flowing Waiale Falls Barely Flowing Hikiau Falls Barely Flowing Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kurtistown (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

18.5 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Kulaniapia Falls waterfall

Kulaniapia Falls

17.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Kurtistown

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

18.5 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

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

Waiale Falls

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

Kulaniapia Falls

17.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Lauiole Falls

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

Kauwehu Falls

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

Pukamaui Falls

0.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

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

Wailoa Falls

0.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Lelekaae Falls

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

Hawaii Falls

0.7 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

39.1 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

34.2 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Kahūnā Falls waterfall

Kahūnā Falls

34.2 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Hikiau Falls

25.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiholoa Falls

17.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kurtistown

Are there free waterfalls near Kurtistown?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kurtistown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kurtistown?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kurtistown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kurtistown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kurtistown?

The tallest waterfall near Kurtistown is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Kurtistown require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Kurtistown?

The closest waterfall to Kurtistown is Rainbow Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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