Malaekahana Pools
A close cousin to its next door neighbor, La’ie Pools, this hike has similar road-walking, and long uphill trudging through eroded gullies and tunnels of guava trees….but the reward is a taller waterfall and a larger plunge pool. If you venture upstream, you may even find a hidden surprise pool, which is a precious gem!
Permissions and Permits
Hawaii Reserves requires each person who participates in a hike or trail maintenance on their land to have a permit. To obtain the permit, do the following:
- Complete the Hiking Permit form at https://www.hrihelp.com/
hiking-camping. - Check either Laie Falls Trails or Koloa Gulch Trails (depending on the hike/clearing you would like to attend).
- After submitting the form, make a note of permit validity. You will not receive a permit document or email confirmation from Hawaiian Reserves.