Waterfall Hikes Near Maalaea, HI

214 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Maalaea? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Maalaea. 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 20.8047°N, -156.4898°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Maalaea

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

4 of 26 waterfalls near Maalaea are flowing strongly today

Haha Falls Barely Flowing Hina Falls Barely Flowing Moʻoloa Falls Barely Flowing Puʻukaʻōkū Falls Barely Flowing ʻOloʻupena Falls Barely Flowing Wailele Falls Barely Flowing Haʻipuaʻena Falls Roaring Puohokamoa Falls Roaring Hāloku Falls Roaring Waimanu Falls Roaring Kanahualiʻi Falls Low Kekuapoʻowai Falls Low Makahiku Falls Low Waimoku Falls Low Wailua Falls Low Waihiʻumalu Falls Low Keʻākū Falls Moderate Kopiliula Falls Moderate Waiokuna Falls Moderate Waiokilo Falls Moderate Waikani Falls Moderate Waiohiwi Falls Moderate

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Aft 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Mostly Sunny
Ind 87°F Sunny
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Maalaea

Updated 34 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Haʻipuaʻena Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Puohokamoa Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Hāloku Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Waimanu Falls Roaring · 8 cfs 94th percentile
  5. 5 Waiohiwi Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 59th percentile
  6. 6 Waikani Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Maalaea (1 waterfall)

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.

Waikani Falls waterfall

Waikani Falls

1.1 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Maalaea

Waiohiwi Falls waterfall

Waiohiwi Falls

9.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kopiliula Falls waterfall CC

Kopiliula Falls

14.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Puohokamoa Falls waterfall

Puohokamoa Falls

14.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Haʻipuaʻena Falls waterfall CC

Haʻipuaʻena Falls

4.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waikani Falls waterfall

Waikani Falls

1.1 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Keʻākū Falls waterfall

Keʻākū Falls

2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiokuna Falls waterfall CC

Waiokuna Falls

2.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiokilo Falls waterfall

Waiokilo Falls

1.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kekuapoʻowai Falls

24.2 miles away
In Haleakalā National Park
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waihiʻumalu Falls

24.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waimoku Falls waterfall

Waimoku Falls

24.3 miles away
In Haleakalā National Park
Hawaii
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Kanahualiʻi Falls waterfall

Kanahualiʻi Falls

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

Wailua Falls

15.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Makahiku Falls waterfall

Makahiku Falls

25.2 miles away
In Haleakalā National Park
Hawaii
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft

Moaʻula

38.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
4.0 miles 650 ft
Hīpuapua Falls waterfall

Hīpuapua Falls

38.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pāpalaua Falls waterfall

Pāpalaua Falls

2.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Haha Falls

40.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moʻoloa Falls

40.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kahiwa Falls

2.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Maalaea

Are there free waterfalls near Maalaea?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Maalaea, including Haʻipuaʻena Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Maalaea?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Maalaea, including Waikani Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Maalaea?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Maalaea, including Haʻipuaʻena Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Maalaea?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Maalaea, including Haʻipuaʻena Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Maalaea?

The shortest waterfall hike near Maalaea is Haha Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Maalaea?

The tallest waterfall near Maalaea is Puʻukaʻōkū Falls at 2,756 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Maalaea require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Maalaea require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Maalaea?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Maalaea have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Maalaea?

The closest waterfall to Maalaea is Waiohiwi Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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