The Beautiful Waterfall In Hawaii You Can Actually Swim In

Nowhere in America will you find a denser concentration of waterfalls than throughout the Hawaiian Islands. From waterfall hikes perfect for outdoor adventurers to waterfalls hiding in plain site, Hawaii waterfalls are truly second to none. And while there are countless waterfall swimming holes across Hawaii, there is one you’ll find on Maui’s Road to Hana that is an absolute dream and was named one of America’s Best Swimming Holes by Men’s Health Magazine.

Located near Mile Marker 25 on Maui’s Hana Highway, Makapipi Falls is visible from the highway’s bridge, giving drivers a unique vantage point you won’t find anywhere else.

The waterfall plummets into a striking blue pool, and is an absolute must-stop on Maui’s Road to Hana.

While the waterfall is gorgeous from above, it is even better once you tackle the short, yet steep, hike down to the water’s edge to check it out up close.

Unfortunately, the strength of the falls is often dependent on rainfall - so here's to hoping you catch it on a good day.

To find the falls, you will have to park on the side of the road past the bridge near Mile Marker 25, and walk back to the bridge that crosses the Makapipi Stream and Falls for this gorgeous view.

For more incredible Maui waterfalls, check out the ultimate Hana Highway Waterfalls Road Trip.

Megan Shute

With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years. She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu.