Located mauka (inland) half-mile past mile marker 11 on the Hana Highway you'll find Haipua'ena Falls. There is a short trail on the far side of the bridge that can give you an up close and personal view of the falls and pool. A larger falls upstream feeds Haipua'ena but the hike is usually slippery and a risk. On our last visit the lower falls was all that was easily visible. We attempted to get to the upper falls, along with some other folks, and none of us could do it (or were not willing to take the risk up the steep and muddy slope). If you're a die-hard waterfall fan, this stop might be worth the trouble to get to the falls. If not, keep on driving... there are better things ahead.
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Dry conditions on Oʻahu today, with breezy wind in exposed areas. Drier weather continues through Wednesday as moisture clears out.
A medium-sized northwest swell will bring elevated surf to north and west-facing shores tonight through Sunday morning—conditions may briefly reach advisory levels. East-facing shores stay rough through the weekend. Winds remain breezy through Sunday, easing slightly Monday and Tuesday before picking up again Wednesday. A Small Craft Advisory is active through Monday morning for most coastal waters due to wind and sea state. Scattered showers arrive Thursday into Friday.
South and west shore beaches work well through Sunday for calmer conditions. North shore is worth watching tonight and Sunday morning if you're drawn to bigger waves.
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