Waterfall Hikes Near Mauna Loa Estates, HI

812 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mauna Loa Estates? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mauna Loa 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 19.4274°N, -155.2213°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mauna Loa Estates

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

3 of 31 waterfalls near Mauna Loa Estates are flowing strongly today

Aa Falls Moderate Aimoo Falls Moderate Hakalaoa Falls Moderate Hiʻilawe Falls Moderate Ipuu Falls Moderate Kakeha Falls Moderate Kaluahine Falls Moderate Naalapa Falls Moderate Nanaue Falls Moderate Papala Falls Moderate Waiholoa Falls Moderate Waiamoa Falls Moderate Hawaii Falls Low Kaimukanaka Falls Low Kauwehu Falls Low Koakanini Falls Low Kulaniapia Falls Low Lauiole Falls Low Lelekaae Falls Low Peepee Falls Low Poakana Falls Low Pukamaui Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Wailoa Falls Low Waiale Falls Low Hikiau Falls Barely Flowing Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Roaring Waialae Falls Roaring Wahiloa Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Rain Showers Likely · 70°F

Thu 67°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 68°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 70°F Rain Showers Likely Best
Sun 69°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 69°F Scattered Rain Showers
Tue 69°F Scattered Rain Showers
Wed 68°F Scattered Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mauna Loa Estates (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.

Poakana Falls

39.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

0.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Wailoa Falls waterfall

Wailoa Falls

0.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Mauna Loa Estates

Poakana Falls

39.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

0.7 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Wailoa Falls waterfall

Wailoa Falls

0.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Koakanini Falls

40.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lauiole Falls

0.4 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
Kauwehu Falls waterfall

Kauwehu Falls

0.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wahiloa Falls

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

Waiale Falls

17 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

Lelekaae Falls

17.4 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
Kaimukanaka Falls waterfall CC

Kaimukanaka Falls

7.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

18.5 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Waiemi Falls

5.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waialae Falls waterfall

Waialae Falls

5.3 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 Mauna Loa Estates

Are there free waterfalls near Mauna Loa Estates?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mauna Loa Estates?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Mauna Loa Estates, including Hawaii Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mauna Loa Estates?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mauna Loa Estates, including Ipuu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mauna Loa Estates?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mauna Loa Estates?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mauna Loa Estates is Aa Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mauna Loa Estates?

The tallest waterfall near Mauna Loa Estates is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mauna Loa Estates require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Mauna Loa Estates?

The closest waterfall to Mauna Loa Estates is Poakana Falls, approximately 14.9 miles away.

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