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The Top 20 Lakes in Hawaii

Looking to visit the best lakes in Hawaii? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Hawaii’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: November 15, 2025

Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Area

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Kealakekua Bay is a beautiful place. By nature, a bizarre combination of walls built from lava stones with dead old trees in the most fantastic forms, paired with the crystal-clear …

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First Pool of ʻOheʻo Gulch (Seven Sacred Pools)

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This is the first of the Seven Sacred Pools, or 'O'heo Gulch pools, which cascade down the length of the Pīpīwai Trail.

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Waimea Falls

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The Botanical Garden is a beautiful walk at the end of a waterfall. You can swim there too.

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Onomea Bay and Hawaiʻi Tropical Botanical Garden

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Onomea Bay is located close to the Hawaiʻi Tropical Garden and is the perfect combination of jungle and the ocean. The views along the Onomea Bay Trail will bring you …

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Lake Waimaluhia

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Free entry and a fantastic setting. A must see on Oahu. Unfortunately, stopping in the entrance area for a photo is forbidden, there were too many who stopped for Instagram.

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Pa Launa Area, Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden

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Pa Launa is the main area of the Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden and is located right next to the Visitor Center and its parking lot. Take a stroll through beautiful plants …

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Waioka Pond (Venus Pool)

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Beautiful natural refreshment pool, which can be reached via a "dangerous trail". The path itself is not difficult to manage, only the descent to the 'Venus Pool' is a bit tricky for inexperienced hikers.

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Waipuhi Fishpond

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The Waipuhi Fishpond is one of many scenic fishponds dotting the area. Walk the peaceful paths around these murky ponds, though fish can be tough to spot within. For better …

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Kahana Bay

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This area around Kahana used to be used for fishing for the native Hawaiians. Known under the name: Huilua Fishpond

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Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge

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Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge is a salt marsh with a long boardwalk, picnic tables, restrooms, and shelters. This 400 acre refuge is home to over 30 species of birds. …

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Lake Waiʻau

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Sitting at 13,020 feet elevation, the surface area and depth of Lake Waiau fluctuates significantly throughout the year. The lake swells in springtime to a maximal 6.7-8 feet depth before …

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The Top 20 Lakes in Hawaii

Kealakekua Bay Snorkeling Area

First Pool of ʻOheʻo Gulch (Seven Sacred Pools)

Waimea Falls

Onomea Bay and Hawaiʻi Tropical Botanical Garden

Lake Waimaluhia

Pa Launa Area, Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden

Waioka Pond (Venus Pool)

Waipuhi Fishpond

Kahana Bay

Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge

Lake Waiʻau

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