Waterfall Hikes Near Maunawili, HI

2,067 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Maunawili? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Maunawili. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 21.3667°N, -157.7713°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Maunawili

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Maunawili have live flow data today

Mānoa Falls Moderate Puʻukaʻōkū Falls Moderate ʻOloʻupena Falls Moderate Wailele Falls Moderate Sacred Falls Moderate Waimea Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tod 82°F Isolated Rain Showers
Fri 82°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sat 82°F Rain Showers
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Scattered Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Maunawili

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sacred Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Puʻukaʻōkū Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 67th percentile
  3. 3 ʻOloʻupena Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Wailele Falls Moderate · 1 cfs 67th percentile
  5. 5 Hāloku Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Waimanu Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Maunawili (2 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.

Mānoa Falls waterfall

Mānoa Falls

24.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.6 miles 633 ft
Waimea Falls waterfall

Waimea Falls

6.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Maunawili

Waipuhia Falls waterfall

Waipuhia Falls

1.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Mānoa Falls waterfall

Mānoa Falls

24.5 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.6 miles 633 ft
Sacred Falls waterfall

Sacred Falls

9.2 miles away
Hawaii
Unknown
2.2 miles 200 ft
Waimea Falls waterfall

Waimea Falls

6.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Waimanu Falls waterfall

Waimanu Falls

45.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hāloku Falls

48.5 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
22.0 miles 5 ft

ʻOloʻupena Falls

48.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Puʻukaʻōkū Falls waterfall

Puʻukaʻōkū Falls

48.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wailele Falls waterfall

Wailele Falls

48.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Maunawili

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Maunawili?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Maunawili, including Mānoa Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Maunawili?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Maunawili, including Mānoa Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Maunawili?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Maunawili, including Mānoa Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Maunawili?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Maunawili, including Waimanu Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Maunawili?

The shortest waterfall hike near Maunawili is Hāloku Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Maunawili?

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

Do any waterfalls near Maunawili require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Maunawili require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Maunawili?

The closest waterfall to Maunawili is Waipuhia Falls, approximately 1.6 miles away.

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