East Molokai, Highway 450

One of the most beautiful areas in Molokia, Halawa Valley was first settled in the 7th Century by people from the Marqueses Islands. It remained an active and thriving community until the area was struck by two tsunamis. These huge 45-foot tidal waves hit in 1946 and 1957, destroying the buildings there and covering the valley with plant-killing salt.

Today the valley is inhabited by a few residents but is mainly used for recreational purposes such as hiking and camping in the mountains and swimming, surfing or fishing at Halawa Beach Park.

In ancient times, many heiaus were built in the valley and young men wishing to become kahuna's came from all the islands to learn the powerful and sacred spells.

The land and ocean here was also very fertile an other islanders envied the richness of the valley. Many wars were waged protecting this valley.

Two large and beautiful waterfalls can be seen flowing down the mountains. The 250-foot Moaula Falls is approximately 2 miles up the valley. Legend states that a giant lizard (mo'o) lives in the deep pool fed by this fall.

Before swimming here, drop a ti leaf into the water. If it floats, it is safe to swim. But if it sinks, the mo'o is annoyed and will not welcome you.

Hipuapua Falls, a 500-foot cascade fall, is another ¼ mile north of Moaula. Both falls are located on private property and you will need a local guide with a permit to take you to them.

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DIRECTIONS:
Take Highway 450 east. Located at the very end of the island, approximately 30 miles from Kaunakakai.

The Steam is fed by the two beautiful Waterfalls in the back of the Valley.

Moa'ula Falls is a perfect place to get the perfect Hawaii Waterfalls picture.