Haleiwa, Hawaii
Top Spots in and near Haleiwa
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Kapolei, Hawaii
Tracks Beach
5.0Coming from Honolulu you'll take the H1 West to the 93 West and just stay on that the whole way until you see the turnoff on your left. From the North Shore, it's a little more complicated, but take the 83 West to the 99 South, jump on the H2 South, then the H1 West to the 93 West (clicking on th...Read more -
Honolulu County, Hawaii
Snorkel at Electric Beach
4.5The beach might not be very big but fortunately the Ocean has plenty of space. This is an awesome snorkeling spot. You can see tons of fish. The electric company right across the street has a large pipe that runs into the ocean and releases a heavy amount of hot water. This causes many fish to co...Read more -
Pearl City, Hawaii
Hike to Waimano Falls
5.02.8 mi / 770 ft gainThis is a fun hike in central Oahu that leads to multiple water falls! Bring some shoes that you don't care about because the trail is muddy and you will definitely get dirty. There is also a cliff diving spot at one of the falls. This hike is just one trail located in the Ewa Forest Preserve. Th...Read more -
Kaaawa, Hawaii
Crouching Lion Trail
4.54 mi / 2000 ft gainNOTE: as of April 2021, this trail is closed indefinitely. Please do not attempt to hike on closed trails. This trail is not for the faint of heart or those easily scared of heights. The crouching lion trail is a 4 mile loop with an elevation gain of 2,000 feet. The elevation gains and losses a...Read more -
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Relax on Secret Island
5.0Secret Island is on the East side of Oahu. It's located near the town of Kailua. It's a great place to have a beach day and avoid the crowds of Waikiki. The water is super calm and the background makes you feel like you are in a Jurassic park movie, which filmed just up the road. You can get ...Read more -
Kahaluu, Hawaii
Photograph Mokoli‘i from Kualoa Regional Park
4.5Looking for a good photo opportunity while on Oahu? Mokoli‘i is one of the best you can find. Not only is it a scenic and unique view, but you can also have some fun with perspective. Located only 20 miles from Honolulu, hop on H1 W for about 2 miles before turning onto HI-63 N for 7 miles. Then...Read more -
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Kaneohe Bay 10 Reef Kayaking
Kaneohe Bay is the remnant of a massive volcanic caldera. The collapse of the eastern side of the Ko’olau volcano created this protected bay surrounded by Hawaii's only barrier reef and the epic cliff sides that form the Ko’olau Mountain Range. If you have the chance to kayak out to these coral r...Read more -
Honolulu County, Hawaii
Mokoli‘i
5.00.23 mi / 13 ft gainMokoli‘i is an island located off the coast of Kualoa Regional Park. You can swim, kayak, or SUP to the island. When it’s low tide, you’re actually able to walk out there, but be mindful of the tides, because the current picks up on higher tides, which makes the route back more difficult. If you ...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Hike the Moanalua Middle Ridge Trail to the Haiku Stairs Peak
4.011.03 mi / 4849 ft gainThe ‘back way’ to the ever popular and still somewhat illegal Haiku Stairs, the Moanalua Middle Ridge hike brings plenty of beauty and even more challenges than the path down the Haiku Stairs. To get to the trailhead, park outside the Moanalua Valley Park and the trail begins just after the green...Read more -
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Visit the Byodo-In Temple
4.7Resting at the foot of the Ko'olau Mountains, the Byodo-In Temple was built to commemorate the first Japanese immigrants that came to Hawaii. This beautiful Buddhist temple is a smaller-scale replica of an over 950 year old Buddhist temple in Uji, Japan.The temple grounds host wildlife such as hu...Read more -
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Hang Out at the Kane'ohe Bay Sandbar
4.4There's no better way to spend a relaxing day in Hawaii than sitting out on the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar, surrounded by great views of the Koolau Range and Oahu coastline.Located in northeast Oahu, the Kaneohe Sandbar is a fun place to spend your day snorkeling, playing water games, and enjoying food ...Read more -
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden
5.0Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden is on my list of the top ten most beautiful nature places you can drive to. Hoʻomaluhia means "to make a place of peace and tranquility." This breathtaking gem was built in 1982 by the US Army Corps of Engineering to prevent flooding. There’s a lot to do here, you...Read more -
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Stand Up Paddle in Kaneohe Bay
4.7Stand Up Paddleboards can be rented in the nearby town of Kailua at various watersports shops. Kayaks can also be rented as another option. The bay can be reached by public access points in neighborhoods at Kaneohe Bay (there are 3 on Mikiola Drive) or at Kaneohe Beach Park.Rental Options: Kail...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Foster Botanical Garden
4.50.69 mi / 98 ft gainFoster Botanical Garden is a loop trail that is used for walking and nature trips located near Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Judd Trail Mountain View
4.01.24 mi / 850 ft gainJudd Trail Mountain View is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Judd Trail
4.01.2 mi / 223 ft gainJudd Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.Read more