Outdoors NearbyʻAkaka Falls
ʻAkaka Falls is a waterfall in Hawaii, about 3 miles from Pepeekeo. On the map it is about 443 feet (135 m) high. The closest other named fall is Kahuna Falls, about 1 miles away.
| Location | Near Pepeekeo, Hawaii Directions |
|---|---|
| Height | about 443 ft (135 m) |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Swim only where it is allowed; pools below falls can hide currents.
Best time to visit: ʻAkaka Falls
Plan the trip a day or two after steady rain for the most water. Near Pepeekeo the most rainy days fall in April, July and August (about 17 per month). May is the driest month with about 10 rainy days, so smaller falls can thin out then.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76 °F | 61 °F | 12 |
| Feb | 76 °F | 61 °F | 13 |
| Mar | 76 °F | 62 °F | 16 |
| Apr | 77 °F | 63 °F | 17 |
| May | 78 °F | 65 °F | 10 |
| Jun | 79 °F | 66 °F | 15 |
| Jul | 80 °F | 67 °F | 17 |
| Aug | 81 °F | 67 °F | 17 |
| Sep | 81 °F | 67 °F | 13 |
| Oct | 80 °F | 67 °F | 14 |
| Nov | 78 °F | 65 °F | 14 |
| Dec | 76 °F | 63 °F | 14 |
For the trail to the falls
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More waterfalls nearby
- Kahuna Falls near Pepeekeo · 1 mi Directions
- Hakalau Stream near Pepeekeo · 2 mi Directions
- Kawainui Falls near Pepeekeo · 4 mi Directions
- Onomea Waterfall near Pāpa‘ikou · 5 mi Directions
- Wai‘alae Falls near Wainaku · 7 mi Directions
- Wahiloa Falls near Wainaku · 7 mi Directions
- Lelekaae Falls near Wainaku · 9 mi Directions
- Kulaniapia Falls near Hilo · 9 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to ʻAkaka Falls?
In Hawaii, about 3 miles from Pepeekeo, at 19.8532, -155.1561. Navigation apps may stop at the closest road, so have the coordinates handy.
How tall is ʻAkaka Falls?
About 443 feet (135 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What is the best season for ʻAkaka Falls?
Plan the trip a day or two after steady rain for the most water. Near Pepeekeo the most rainy days fall in April, July and August (about 17 per month). May is the driest month with about 10 rainy days, so smaller falls can thin out then.
What other waterfalls are near ʻAkaka Falls?
Kahuna Falls (1 mi), Hakalau Stream (2 mi), Kawainui Falls (4 mi) and Onomea Waterfall (5 mi).