Waterfall Hikes Near Pepeekeo, HI

1,462 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pepeekeo? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pepeekeo. 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 19.8325°N, -155.1056°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pepeekeo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

10 of 36 waterfalls near Pepeekeo 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 Barely Flowing Kaimukanaka Falls Barely Flowing Kauwehu Falls Barely Flowing Koakanini Falls Barely Flowing Kulaniapia Falls Barely Flowing Lauiole Falls Barely Flowing Lelekaae Falls Barely Flowing Peepee Falls Barely Flowing Poakana Falls Barely Flowing Pukamaui Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Wailoa Falls Barely Flowing Waiale Falls Barely Flowing Hikiau Falls Barely Flowing Kahūnā Falls Roaring ʻAkaka Falls Roaring Keanapakulua Falls Strong Lahomene Falls Strong Waiʻilikahi Falls Strong Waiokanalopaka Falls Strong Kemole Falls Strong Waiemi Falls Strong Waialae Falls Strong Wahiloa Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Scattered Rain Showers · 78°F

Aft 78°F Scattered Rain Showers Best
Fri 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 81°F Rain Showers Likely
Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 80°F Scattered Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 78°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pepeekeo (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.

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
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

18.5 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Pepeekeo

Ipuu Falls waterfall

Ipuu Falls

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

Hakalaoa Falls

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

Hiʻilawe Falls

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

Kakeha Falls

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

Kaluahine Falls

18.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aa Falls

15.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Aimoo Falls

Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Papala Falls waterfall

Papala Falls

19.1 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
1.4 miles 200 ft

Nanaue Falls

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

Naalapa Falls

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

Waiamoa Falls

17.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lahomene Falls

18.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiʻilikahi Falls

19.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kemole Falls waterfall

Kemole Falls

8.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiokanalopaka Falls waterfall

Waiokanalopaka Falls

8.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Keanapakulua Falls waterfall

Keanapakulua Falls

9.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pepeekeo

Are there free waterfalls near Pepeekeo?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Pepeekeo, including Keanapakulua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pepeekeo?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pepeekeo?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pepeekeo, including Ipuu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pepeekeo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pepeekeo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pepeekeo?

The tallest waterfall near Pepeekeo is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Pepeekeo require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Pepeekeo?

The closest waterfall to Pepeekeo is ʻAkaka Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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