Waterfall Hikes Near Leilani Estates, HI

1,611 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Leilani Estates? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Leilani Estates. 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 19.4659°N, -154.9157°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Leilani Estates

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

19 waterfalls near Leilani Estates have live flow data today

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 Barely Flowing ʻAkaka Falls Barely Flowing Waiemi Falls Low Waialae Falls Low Wahiloa Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Chance Rain Showers · 75°F

Aft 78°F Isolated Rain Showers
Sun 78°F Scattered Rain Showers
Mon 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Fri 76°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Leilani Estates (7 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

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

Kulaniapia Falls

0.9 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Leilani Estates

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

0.4 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Kaimukanaka Falls waterfall CC

Kaimukanaka Falls

12.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Peepee Falls waterfall

Peepee Falls

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

Waiale Falls

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

Kulaniapia Falls

0.9 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Lauiole Falls

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

Kauwehu Falls

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

Pukamaui Falls

40.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

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

Wailoa Falls

41.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Lelekaae Falls

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

Hawaii Falls

41.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Waialae Falls waterfall

Waialae Falls

45.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Poakana Falls

14.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Wahiloa Falls

17 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiemi Falls

18.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
ʻAkaka Falls waterfall

ʻAkaka Falls

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

Kahūnā Falls

48.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Hikiau Falls

34.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Leilani Estates

Are there free waterfalls near Leilani Estates?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Leilani Estates, including Peepee Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Leilani Estates?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Leilani Estates, including Hawaii Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Leilani Estates?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Leilani Estates, including Kahūnā Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Leilani Estates?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Leilani Estates?

The shortest waterfall hike near Leilani Estates is Hawaii Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Leilani Estates?

The tallest waterfall near Leilani Estates is ʻAkaka Falls at 442 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Leilani Estates require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Leilani Estates requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Leilani Estates?

The closest waterfall to Leilani Estates is Rainbow Falls, approximately 20.6 miles away.

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