Kahaluu, Hawaii
Looking for the best hiking in Kahaluu? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Kahaluu. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Hiking Spots in and near Kahaluu
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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 -
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 -
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 -
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
Likeke Falls Trail
5.00.81 mi / 289 ft gainLikeke Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Kaneohe, Oahu, Hawaii.Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Hike to Lulumahu Falls
4.52.3 mi / 900 ft gainPark off the Old Pali Highway before the lookout in the dirt parking lot. There is an entry along the fence that will go through. The first part of the hike takes you through a bamboo forest. Most of the time it will be muddy, so be prepared to get dirty. This will lead you to an open grassy val...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 -
Kailua, Hawaii
Maunawili Falls (Temporarily Closed)
4.43.2 miThe trail, is roughly 3.2 miles and is a great option if you're in the Kailua area. You'll hike in a covered forest along the riverbank, which leads to an amazing waterfall and swimming hole. Many people like to jump from the waterfall into the pool below, and some with a bit more courage even cl...Read more -
Wahiawa, Hawaii
Hike the Poamoho Ridge Trail
6.6 mi / 1968 ft gainAccess: There are two options for accessing the trailhead: (1) Get a permit from the Division of Forestry and Wildlife Oahu so you can drive the 6-mile dirt road to the true trailhead. The permit provides you car access through the locked gate and is only available on weekends and holidays. You'...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Pu'u Ohia (Mount Tantalus)
4.01.03 mi / 479 ft gainMount Tantalus, also known as Pu'u Ohia, is a prominent peak in Honolulu, Hawaii. The trail that winds up this mountain is a moderate 1.03-mile loop, suitable for hikers of average fitness levels. The path is well-marked and offers a steady incline, with a few steeper sections that require carefu...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Lyon Arboretum Short Loop
4.00.41 mi / 108 ft gainLyon Arboretum Short Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Manoa Falls
3.61.59 mi / 600 ft gainLocated in close proximity to Honolulu, the 150-foot Manoa Falls is accessible from the nearest road by a hike of approximately 0.8 miles (one way). The hike passes through a diverse array of ecosystems in Manoa Valley and feels like a true jungle, which makes it a great photo-zone. This valley i...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Aihualama Trail
5.04.04 mi / 1401 ft gainTo get to Aihualama trail follow the Manoa Road into the back of Manoa Valley. Manoa Road ends at Paradise Park, continue up the road, through the parking lot, towards the entrance of Lyon Arboretum. At the sharp left bend in the road to Lyon, proceed straight ahead until you reach the parking a...Read more -
Kailua, Hawaii
Lanikai Pillboxes (Kaiwa Ridge) Trail
4.91.76 mi / 686 ft gainThe hikeThe Lanikai Pillbox Trail, also known as the Kaiwa Ridge Trail, is a well-maintained, dog-friendly hike. The pathway is relatively accessible to hikers of varying skill levels, and it takes many people between 30 and 45 minutes to complete the walk. The beginning of the trail is steep w...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Hike to Mount Olympus
4.83.4 mi / 2600 ft gainThere are several ways in which you can reach the top of Mt. Olympus, I decided to take the Wa'ahila Ridge trail. This hike nestled in the Manoa Valley takes your breath away with its view of the island as well as its difficulty. Being located in Hawaii there is no need to worry about the right t...Read more