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 Hawaii Falls Moderate Kaimukanaka Falls Moderate Kauwehu Falls Moderate Koakanini Falls Moderate Kulaniapia Falls Moderate Lauiole Falls Moderate Lelekaae Falls Moderate Peepee Falls Moderate Poakana Falls Moderate Pukamaui Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Wailoa Falls Moderate Waiale Falls Moderate Hikiau Falls Barely Flowing Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Lahomene Falls Moderate Waiʻilikahi Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Scattered Rain Showers · 72°F

Aft 72°F Scattered Rain Showers Best
Mon 71°F Occasional Rain Showers
Tue 74°F Occasional Rain Showers
Wed 72°F Occasional Rain Showers
Thu 70°F Occasional Rain Showers
Fri 70°F Occasional Rain Showers
Ind 70°F Occasional 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 · 6 cfs 48th percentile
  2. 2 Kahūnā Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Wahiloa Falls Moderate · 64 cfs 32nd percentile
  4. 4 Waialae Falls Moderate · 64 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Waiemi Falls Moderate · 64 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Waiale Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 30th 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

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

Hawaii Falls

10.8 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Mountain View

Ipuu Falls waterfall

Ipuu Falls

6.2 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hakalaoa Falls waterfall CC

Hakalaoa Falls

5.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hiʻilawe Falls waterfall CC

Hiʻilawe Falls

5.8 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
4.0 miles 900 ft
Kakeha Falls waterfall

Kakeha Falls

5.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaluahine Falls waterfall

Kaluahine Falls

17.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aa Falls

15.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aimoo Falls

15.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Papala Falls waterfall

Papala Falls

15.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Nanaue Falls

15.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Naalapa Falls waterfall

Naalapa Falls

15.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiamoa Falls waterfall

Waiamoa Falls

17.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lahomene Falls

12.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiʻilikahi Falls

12.7 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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