Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain View, HI

3,627 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain View? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain View. 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 19.5366°N, -155.1590°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain View

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

33 waterfalls near Mountain View have live flow data 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 Hikiau Falls Moderate Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Lahomene Falls Moderate Waiʻilikahi Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Tropical Storm Conditions Possible · 71°F

Tod 74°F Scattered Rain Showers
Fri 72°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 71°F Tropical Storm Conditions Possible Best
Sun 72°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 71°F Rain Showers Likely
Tue 72°F Scattered Rain Showers
Wed 73°F Scattered Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Mountain View

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 ʻAkaka Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Kahūnā Falls Moderate · 2 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Waiʻilikahi Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 47th percentile
  4. 4 Lahomene Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 47th percentile
  5. 5 Waiale Falls Moderate · 120 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Waiamoa Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain View (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.

Wailoa Falls waterfall

Wailoa Falls

33.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

33.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Mountain View

Lauiole Falls

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

Pukamaui Falls

18.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Koakanini Falls

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

Kauwehu Falls

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

Wailoa Falls

33.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Hawaii Falls waterfall

Hawaii Falls

33.4 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Waiale Falls waterfall

Waiale Falls

19.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Poakana Falls

32.9 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Peepee Falls waterfall

Peepee Falls

19.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lelekaae Falls

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

Kulaniapia Falls

19.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Kaimukanaka Falls waterfall CC

Kaimukanaka Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

20.7 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Wahiloa Falls

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

Waialae Falls

22.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiemi Falls

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

ʻAkaka Falls

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

Kahūnā Falls

25.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Hikiau Falls

28.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiholoa Falls

44.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain View

Are there free waterfalls near Mountain View?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Mountain View, including Peepee Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain View?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain View?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain View?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Mountain View, including Kulaniapia Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain View?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mountain View?

The tallest waterfall near Mountain View is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1,450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Mountain View require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain View?

The closest waterfall to Mountain View is Lauiole Falls, approximately 8.5 miles away.

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