Waterfall Hikes Near Wainiha, HI

130 residents
Pacific/Honolulu Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wainiha? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wainiha. 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 22.1984°N, -159.5458°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wainiha

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

33 waterfalls near Wainiha have live flow data today

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 Low Kapaka Nui Falls Barely Flowing Kapakaiki Falls Barely Flowing Uhauʻiole Falls Barely Flowing Kīlauea Falls Moderate Waihunehune Falls Moderate Limahuli Falls Barely Flowing Pūwainui Falls Barely Flowing ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls Moderate Wailua Falls Moderate 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 11 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 84°F Sunny Best
Mon 83°F Isolated Rain Showers
Tue 82°F Scattered Rain Showers
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 82°F Scattered Rain Showers
Fri 82°F Scattered Rain Showers
Sat 83°F Scattered Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Wainiha

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Wailua Falls Strong · 92 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls Strong · 92 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Waihunehune Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 34th percentile
  4. 4 Kīlauea Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 34th percentile
  5. 5 Hāliʻi Falls Low · 20 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Hinalele Falls Barely Flowing · 12 cfs 7th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wainiha (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.

All 33 Waterfalls Near Wainiha

Limahuli Falls waterfall

Limahuli Falls

6.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanakāpīʻai Falls waterfall

Hanakāpīʻai Falls

8.1 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
8.0 miles 1,200 ft
Hanakoa Falls waterfall

Hanakoa Falls

8.9 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
12.0 miles 2 ft

Pūwainui Falls

8.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hoʻoleʻa Falls waterfall

Hoʻoleʻa Falls

11.5 miles away
Hawaii
Hard
22.0 miles 5 ft
Hinalele Falls waterfall

Hinalele Falls

9.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hoʻopōuli Falls

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

Kīlauea Falls

2.1 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moeloa Falls waterfall

Moeloa Falls

12.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mōhihi Falls

12.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
4.0 miles 500 ft

Waihunehune Falls

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

Waikaka Falls

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

Waiānuenue Falls

0.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Waiʻalae Falls

3.6 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
ʻĀwini Falls waterfall

ʻĀwini Falls

13.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kapaka Nui Falls

5.7 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kapakaiki Falls

5.9 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Waipoʻo Falls waterfall CC

Waipoʻo Falls

14.8 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
3.2 miles 800 ft
ʻOʻopulele Falls waterfall

ʻOʻopulele Falls

2.4 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paaiki Falls waterfall

Paaiki Falls

15.3 miles away
Hawaii
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wainiha

Are there free waterfalls near Wainiha?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wainiha?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wainiha?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wainiha?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Wainiha?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wainiha?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Wainiha?

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

Do any waterfalls near Wainiha require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Wainiha?

The closest waterfall to Wainiha is Limahuli Falls, approximately 1.7 miles away.

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