Waterfall Hikes Near Volcano Golf Course, HI

996 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Volcano Golf Course? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Volcano Golf Course. 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 19.4424°N, -155.2789°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Volcano Golf Course

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

13 of 34 waterfalls near Volcano Golf Course are flowing strongly today

Aa Falls Strong Aimoo Falls Strong Hakalaoa Falls Strong Hiʻilawe Falls Strong Ipuu Falls Strong Kakeha Falls Strong Kaluahine Falls Strong Naalapa Falls Strong Nanaue Falls Strong Papala Falls Strong Waiholoa Falls Strong Waiamoa Falls Strong 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 Moderate Kahūnā Falls Moderate ʻAkaka Falls Moderate Kemole Falls Strong Lahomene Falls Moderate Waiʻilikahi Falls Moderate Waiemi Falls Moderate Waialae Falls Moderate Wahiloa Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 74°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 72°F Scattered Rain Showers
Thu 71°F Isolated Rain Showers
Fri 70°F Isolated Rain Showers
Ind 70°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 71°F Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Volcano Golf Course

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Naalapa Falls Strong · 29 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Nanaue Falls Strong · 29 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Papala Falls Strong · 29 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Kaluahine Falls Strong · 29 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Kakeha Falls Strong · 29 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Waiholoa Falls Strong · 29 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Volcano Golf Course (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

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

Hawaii Falls

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

Wailoa Falls

10.2 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Volcano Golf Course

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
Kemole Falls waterfall

Kemole Falls

6.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Volcano Golf Course

Are there free waterfalls near Volcano Golf Course?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Volcano Golf Course, including Peepee Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Volcano Golf Course?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Volcano Golf Course, including Hawaii Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Volcano Golf Course?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Volcano Golf Course, including Ipuu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Volcano Golf Course?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Volcano Golf Course, including Kulaniapia Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Volcano Golf Course?

The shortest waterfall hike near Volcano Golf Course is Aa Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Volcano Golf Course?

The tallest waterfall near Volcano Golf Course is Hiʻilawe Falls at 1,450 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Volcano Golf Course require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Volcano Golf Course?

The closest waterfall to Volcano Golf Course is Poakana Falls, approximately 16.6 miles away.

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