Waterfall Hikes Near Wailua, HI

2,438 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wailua? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wailua. 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 22.0551°N, -159.3401°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wailua

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

33 waterfalls near Wailua have live flow data today

Halulu Falls Barely Flowing Kaukiuki Falls Barely Flowing Kāhili Falls Barely Flowing Manawaiopuna Falls Barely Flowing Ooiki Falls Barely Flowing Waiolue Falls Barely Flowing Hanakoa Falls Barely Flowing Hoʻoleʻa Falls Barely Flowing Moeloa Falls Barely Flowing Mōhihi Falls Barely Flowing Paaiki Falls Barely Flowing Hinalele Falls Barely Flowing Hoʻopiʻi Falls Barely Flowing Koholālele Falls Barely Flowing Opae Kalaole Falls Barely Flowing Hoʻopōuli Falls Barely Flowing Hāliʻi Falls Barely Flowing Kapaka Nui Falls Barely Flowing Kapakaiki Falls Barely Flowing Uhauʻiole Falls Barely Flowing Kīlauea Falls Barely Flowing Waihunehune Falls Barely Flowing Limahuli Falls Barely Flowing Pūwainui Falls Barely Flowing ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls Barely Flowing Wailua Falls Barely Flowing ʻĀwini Falls Barely Flowing Waipoʻo Falls Barely Flowing ʻOʻopulele Falls Barely Flowing Waiʻalae Falls Barely Flowing Waiānuenue Falls Barely Flowing Waikaka Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 81°F

Aft 83°F Scattered Rain Showers
Thu 81°F Sunny Best
Fri 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 81°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sun 82°F Scattered Rain Showers
Mon 81°F Scattered Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Scattered Rain Showers

Find waterfalls to hike near Wailua

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wailua (3 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.

ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls waterfall

ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls

16 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wailua (1 waterfall)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Hoʻopiʻi Falls waterfall

Hoʻopiʻi Falls

16 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Wailua

ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls waterfall

ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls

16 miles away
Hawaii
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Koholālele Falls waterfall

Koholālele Falls

5.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hoʻopiʻi Falls waterfall

Hoʻopiʻi Falls

16 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Wailua Falls waterfall

Wailua Falls

1.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Opae Kalaole Falls

4.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Uhauʻiole Falls waterfall

Uhauʻiole Falls

14.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kapakaiki Falls

7.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kapaka Nui Falls

7.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hāliʻi Falls

4.6 miles away
Hawaii
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Waihunehune Falls

5.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hoʻopōuli Falls

4.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hinalele Falls waterfall

Hinalele Falls

12.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waikaka Falls waterfall CC

Waikaka Falls

10 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waiānuenue Falls waterfall

Waiānuenue Falls

11.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kīlauea Falls waterfall

Kīlauea Falls

8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Halulu Falls

10.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kāhili Falls waterfall

Kāhili Falls

9.5 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manawaiopuna Falls waterfall

Manawaiopuna Falls

Hawaii
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
ʻOʻopulele Falls waterfall

ʻOʻopulele Falls

6.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiʻalae Falls

10.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wailua

Are there free waterfalls near Wailua?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Wailua, including Hoʻopiʻi Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wailua?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Wailua, including Hāliʻi Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wailua?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Wailua, including Hoʻopiʻi Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wailua?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wailua, including Halulu Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Wailua?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Wailua, including Hanakāpīʻai Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wailua?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wailua is Halulu Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wailua?

The tallest waterfall near Wailua is Waipoʻo Falls at 800 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Wailua require permits?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Wailua require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Wailua?

The closest waterfall to Wailua is ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls, approximately 1.3 miles away.

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