Waimanalo, Hawaii
Top Spots in and near Waimanalo
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Honolulu, Hawaii
Koko Head Crater Trail
4.41.6 mi / 961 ft gainWhile hiking up the Koko Head trail, don't get too intimidated, there are grandparents and young kids hiking up these tracks. Take a sip of water, muster your mental toughness, and put one foot in front of the other along the rail trail. Once you're moving, there's no way you'll turn back! When y...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Hike the Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail
4.42.5 mi / 708 ft gainIf you're looking to get moving and get your heart rate up or want a place to snap great photos, start with hiking to Makapu’u Lighthouse. The lighthouse was built in 1909 on a 600-ft cliff, which overlooks Makapu’u beach. The hike is more of an uphill walk and can be done in sandals unless you’...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Hike to Pele's Chair
1.3 mi / 150 ft gainPele, the Hawaiian volcano goddess, is said to have sat here just before finishing her volcanic activity to form Oahu. She left here and moved on to the islands of Molokai and Lanai. The hike is only about a mile to the beach. You start at the parking area for the Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail. ...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Alan Davis
4.5Alan Davis is what the locals call it, but the official name is the “Ka’Iwi Scenic Shoreline” and it's known to be a good place to do some cliff jumping because of the easy access, clear water, and poles that are already positioned for jumpers in the rocky shoreline. Park in the same lot that ta...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Bodysurfing at Sandy Beach
5.0If you’re looking to get away from the over-crowded beaches in Waikiki or you’re looking for a consistent bodysurfing spot with waves year-round, look no further. Sandy Beach is on the east side of the island and is exposed to wind swell most of the year. If you’re not a strong swimmer, we strong...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Koko Crater Arch via Halona Blowhole Lookout
4.50.92 mi / 371 ft gainPark at the Halona Blowhole lookout and carefully cross the highway.. Walk west, towards Hawai'i Kai, and in a hundred feet or so you will pass mile marker 15, the trail starts on the rocks just past this marker. Carefully make your way up the rocky hill and onto the ridge, here you will find a t...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Halona Cove
5.0When driving along the Kalonianaole Highway, traveling towards east from Hawai'i Kai, keep an eye out for the Hanola Blowhole lookout... Park at the lookout and walk out towards the highway. It is here, next to the entrance, that you will find a trail heading down into the cove. From the road it ...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Snorkel at Hanauma Bay
4.3With a high fish populations, calm shallow water, and white sand, Hanauma Bay is the perfect snorkeling destination on Oahu. Large reefs teeming with marine life are located a short swim from shore. The water is calm, and the bay is protected from waves, making it a great spot for beginners and a...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 -
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
Cliff Jump at China Walls
5.0I was told about this spot by a friend who lived there for a little, and it turned out to be amazing. The waves break and crash right against the wall where you can catch a wave or just jump right in. No long beach to walk on, few people, and amazing blue water.Head towards Koko Kai Mini Beach Pa...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
Spitting Cave
0.27 mi / 161 ft gainSpitting Cave is a short loop trail located in Eastern Honolulu, Hawaii near Hanauma Bay. The trail is a little steep and rocky, sturdy shoes are recommended. This is a great location to see the sunset if you'r e near Hawaii Kai during the right time of day.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 -
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
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