Waimea Falls
Haleiwa, Hawaii
Hike
This waterfall is located in Waimea Valley on Oahu’s North Shore, within a park that offers a variety of visitor attractions and activities, such as hula and other cultural demonstrations, musical performances, etc. So to access Waimea Falls, one has to pay an admission fee to get into the park. Waimea Falls (also known as Waihi Falls) drops 45 feet (13,7 m) into a pool. Swimming is allowed in the pool inbetween performances in which professional cliff divers showcase their skills. The waterfall is accessible via a short, paved trail (about one mile one way). A changing room and a lifeguard are at the pool.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Haleiwa, Hawaii
- Head east on Haleiwa Rd toward Kamehameha Hwy (13 ft)
- Turn left onto Kamehameha Hwy (0.7 mi)
- Turn left onto HI-83 E (4.5 mi)
- Turn right onto Pupukea Rd (2.1 mi)
- Turn right onto Maulukua Rd (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Akanoho PlPartial restricted usage road(0.6 mi)
From Kamehameha Highway, turn onto Waimea Valley Road and follow it to the end.
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