Things To Do At The Maunawaili Falls
Maunawili Falls is tucked away deep in the Maunawili Valley below the towering Pali Cliffs. A fun Oahu hiking trail will lead you up and back down the hillside to this local Oahu waterfall. The adventurous 2 mile Maunawili Falls Trail is marked and maintained by the city & county. Reach the bottom of the trail and you’ll find a Hawaiian waterfall oasis playground, where some dare to swim and jump off steep rocks into the mountain pool!
Hiking to Maunawili Falls
Be prepared to walk on eroded soil tree roots and muddy areas, as is the case for most Oahu waterfalls! The trail progressively climbs upward, traveling across overgrown tree roots, up man made hillside steps, and a few rock boulders. This Oahu hiking trail levels out a bit in an area where you begin to follow the stream. This is where the fun begins as the trail leads you through a couple stream crossings. Be prepared to get your shoes wet, or play a daring game of leapfrog.
Swimming at Maunawili
At the end, you'll be rewarded with the stunning Maunawili Falls. This beautiful waterfall features a natural swimming hole that's perfect for taking a nice dip in.. Make a final 100 yard stair climb up to the top, and you’ll reach a plateau with nice views of the valley and surrounding jungle. Take a moment and enjoy the scene before starting your descent down to the Maunawili Falls. This is a distinctive area on the trail as you climb out of the jungle for the first time with the beautiful distant views. When the water is high enough, this spot is a popular area for cliff-jumping, However, only those that love adrenaline take on the challenge.
Afterthought
Whether you just want to take in all of the incredible views around you, or take a swim in this natural waterfall swimming hole, there's no better adventurous hike to take this summer than Maunawili Falls Trail!
