Nimai Wong

Nimai Wong

Hike the Olomana Trail

09/16/16

A favorite with it's incredible views, and how it keeps you on your toes. Be warned, Olomana has a history of serious injuries and deaths. Hike safely and respectfully. I've hiked to the 3rd peak at back 6 or 8 times, and a few times just to the 1st and 2nd peaks. 3rd Peak: Advanced hikers/climbers only. Give yourself 4-6hrs, depending on fitness level and size of group. My first time I took me over 7hrs! 1st Peak: Moderate difficulty level. Some with a fear of heights have trouble higher up on the trail with the steep scrambles and climbing. Give yourself 2-3.5hrs. This might be the easiest part of the hike but it's physically demanding, there's some good elevation gain in a short distance. Can get very muddy. Tips If you can't check a ropes integrity, never put all your weight on it. You do not know if it was tied securely, or what its anchored to. Don't trust it just because someone else does. Past the 1st peak there's a lot of exposed trail, it gets really hot out there. Bring more than enough water and some food. Visitors: Climbing is different in Hawaii! Our rock is often waterlogged and crumbly. All it takes it pulling in the wrong direction and big rocks can come loose. Check those hand/foot holds, practice three points of contact, don't bring more than one foot or one hand off the ground at a time. Pick up your trash. Pick up others trash. Respect the land.

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