Punalau Falls is a lesser-known waterfall reported at about 100 feet tall, hidden from the road just past mile marker 13 on the Road to Hana on Maui. Reaching it requires a short but slippery 15-to-20-minute scramble along Punalau Stream.
At 100 ft, it stands above roughly 74% of the 775 documented falls in this guide.
The falls are fed by Punalau Stream. You'll find it in Maui, Hawaii. It is protected within State of Hawaii / private (Hana Highway corridor).
This is a short hike waterfall: reached by a short trail, generally under about a mile each way. A short walk gets you to the viewpoint, so it works for most casual visitors and families. Base a visit out of Keanae, the closest town.
When to go: year-round. Expect the strongest flow in spring and after big storms, with a quieter trickle by late summer; confirm current conditions with the land manager before committing to the drive.
