Jackass Ginger Pool
Jackass Ginger Pool is a small Nu'uanu Valley waterfall pool reached from Judd Trail, with lush forest scenery, stream crossings and important freshwater safety concerns.
Hawaii Waterfall Guide
Hawaii Waterfalls
Browse Hawaii waterfalls by island, including roadside viewpoints, lush valley cascades and scenic natural areas worth visiting.
Waterfall directory
This Hawaii waterfalls guide helps visitors browse roadside cascades, lush valley viewpoints, dramatic falls, short walks, scenic drives and guided tour areas across the Islands. Use it to find beautiful natural places, photo spots and nearby areas to visit.
Hawaii Waterfalls by Island
Each island offers a different waterfall experience. Oahu waterfalls feature valley falls, rainforest trails and scenic spots near Windward and Honolulu-area communities. Meanwhile, Maui waterfalls often appear along lush drives, rainforest valleys and East Maui routes where streams flow through tropical landscapes.
Kauai waterfalls stand out for green valleys, river scenery, mountain backdrops and easy-to-recognize viewpoints. In addition, Big Island waterfalls include dramatic Hamakua Coast and Hilo-area falls surrounded by lush gardens, rainforest and scenic river valleys.
For a quieter natural setting, visitors can also browse Molokai waterfalls. These falls connect closely to remote valleys, rugged terrain and a slower island experience.
Plan Your Hawaii Waterfall Visit
Before heading out, check access, parking, trail conditions, weather and the best viewing option for each waterfall. Some falls work best as quick lookout stops, while others require a hike, scenic drive or guided tour.
Rain can make waterfalls more dramatic. However, it can also create slippery trails and flash-flood risk. Therefore, visitors should avoid stream crossings during heavy rain, stay on marked paths and follow posted safety signs.
For broader planning, compare Hawaii attractions, Hawaii scenic drives, Hawaii beaches and Hawaii island tours.
Oahu
Oahu Waterfalls
Manoa Falls
Manoa Falls is a popular Honolulu rainforest hike leading to a tall waterfall, with muddy trail conditions, bamboo scenery and important no-swimming safety guidance.
Maunawili Falls via Maunawili Demonstration Trail
Maunawili Falls is a windward Oahu waterfall reached only through current legal access routes; the old neighborhood trailhead is closed.
Sacred Falls
Sacred Falls is a closed Oahu waterfall near Hauula, where hiking is illegal because of deadly rockfall hazards and a 1999 tragedy.
Waimea Falls
Waimea Falls is a managed North Shore waterfall inside Waimea Valley, with a paved garden walk, cultural sites and lifeguard-monitored swim decisions.
Maui
Maui Waterfalls
Haipua'ena Falls
Haipua'ena Falls is a small Road to Hana waterfall near mile marker 11, with a short trail, lush scenery and slippery stream conditions.
Hanawi Falls
Hanawi Falls is a Road to Hana waterfall near mile marker 24, best viewed safely from the bridge over Hanawi Stream.
Honokohau Falls
Honokohau Falls is Maui's tallest waterfall, a remote two-tiered cascade in the West Maui Mountains best viewed from the air.
Makapipi Falls
Makapipi Falls is a seasonal Road to Hana waterfall near mile marker 25, best viewed carefully from the bridge above Makapipi Stream.
Puohokamoa Falls
Puohokamoa Falls includes upper and lower Road to Hana waterfalls near mile markers 10 and 11, with restricted trails and viewpoint-only access.
Waikani Falls
Waikani Falls, also called Three Bears Falls, is a Road to Hana waterfall near mile marker 19 with roadside views and changing stream flow.
Wailua Falls
Wailua Falls is an 80-foot Road to Hana waterfall near mile marker 45, with easy roadside viewing and lush East Maui scenery.
Waimoku Falls
Waimoku Falls is a 400-foot waterfall at the end of Maui's Pipiwai Trail in Haleakala National Park's Kipahulu District.
Wall of Tears
Wall of Tears is a remote West Maui waterfall formation near Pu'u Kukui, best viewed from the air when clouds and weather allow.
Kauai
Kauai Waterfalls
Hanakapi'ai Falls
Hanakapi'ai Falls is a remote Kauai waterfall reached by a strenuous Kalalau Trail hike with reservations, stream crossings and flash-flood risks.
Opaeka'a Falls
Opaeka'a Falls is an easy Kauai roadside waterfall lookout near Wailua, known for scenic views, lush valley scenery and safe overlook access.
Wailua Falls
Wailua Falls is an easy Kauai roadside waterfall lookout near Lihue, known for twin-flow views, morning light and safe overlook access.
Big Island
Big Island Waterfalls
Akaka Falls
Akaka Falls is a 442-foot waterfall in Akaka Falls State Park, reached by a short paved rainforest loop trail north of Hilo.
Hi'ilawe Falls
Hi'ilawe Falls is a towering Waipi'o Valley waterfall on Hawaii Island, best appreciated from approved viewpoints, guided access or the air.
Nanue Falls
Nanue Falls is a Hamakua Coast waterfall area best viewed from the Nanue Stream bridge on Old Mamalahoa Highway.
Onomea Falls
Onomea Falls is a multi-tiered Hamakua Coast waterfall inside Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, surrounded by lush rainforest plants.
Pe'epe'e Falls and Boiling Pots
Pe'epe'e Falls and Boiling Pots are Hilo waterfall and river viewpoints in Wailuku River State Park, best enjoyed from the lookout.
Rainbow Falls
Rainbow Falls is an 80-foot Hilo waterfall in Wailuku River State Park, known for easy lookout access and morning mist rainbows.
Umauma Falls
Umauma Falls is a three-tiered Hamakua Coast waterfall on Hawaii Island, with managed access through Umauma Experience.
Molokai
Molokai Waterfalls
Hipuapua Falls
Hipuapua Falls is a tall Halawa Valley waterfall on Molokai that requires guided access through private and culturally sensitive lands.
Moa'ula Falls
Moa'ula Falls is a double-tiered Halawa Valley waterfall on Molokai that requires guided access through private and culturally sensitive lands.