Hawaii
Discover the endless warmth, beauty, culture, and world-class adventure awaiting you on the Hawaiian islands.
Top Spots in and near Hawaii
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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 -
Waimea, Hawaii
Explore Lapakahi State Historical Park
1 mi / 50 ft gainDrive north along the Akoni Pule Highway for approximately 45 miles. When you reach Lapakahi State Historical Park, turn left of of the highway and find a parking spot. The fishing village itself consists of several volcanic rock walls along the shore. It is a great stop while exploring the nort...Read more -
Waikoloa Village, Hawaii
Catch a Sunset at Anaehoomalu Point
5.00.5 mi / 20 ft gainThis beach is a great if you're looking for a more secluded beach in Waikoloa Village. Rarely are there more than ten people there even during sunset when people flock to the beach. If you aren't staying at the Hilton next door then this spot is a little harder to access. There are two beach a...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 -
Kapalua, Hawaii
Snorkel Kapalua Bay
4.0There are only a few Hawai'ian snorkeling gems better than Kapalua Bay. Tucked into a narrow cover along the rocks of a long dormant volcano is a beautiful sandy bay that should be on any Maui snorkeling list. The neighborhood is quiet and relaxed that surrounds a picturesque beach. Getting here ...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 -
Hilo, Hawaii
Swim at Carlsmith Beach
5.0A beautiful beach for swimming less than 10 minutes from downtown Hilo! Because Hilo is more rocky and jungly than the western side of the island, this beach is more of a swimming hole than a traditional beach. Carlsmith is also frequented by big turtles (like the ones in Finding Nemo!), but plea...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 -
Pāhoa, Hawaii
Thurston Lava Tube Trail
4.50.46 mi / 66 ft gainThurston Lava Tube Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Pahala, Hawaii, Hawaii.Read more -
Hanalei, Hawaii
Relax in Hanalei Bay
5.0Hanalei Bay is one of the most scenic beaches on the north shore of Kauai. It features mountain views and a pier. In summer, the water gets calm and clear. It's perfect for swimming, SUP, and diving. During the winter, the it becomes a beautiful surf spot. There are small lots for parking sca...Read more -
Koloa, Hawaii
Relax at Po'ipu Beach
5.0This is a big beach park. There are large grassy areas with trees that are perfect to hammock in. There are also many picnic tables. The are two sides to the beach, with one side being very kid-friendly. The waves can crash very hard into the rocks and create a lot of spray. There are littl...Read more -
Hawaii County, Hawaii
Hike Mauna Kea via Humuula Trail
12 mi / 4800 ft gainMauna Kea is one of the volcanoes that helped form the Big Island of Hawai’i. However, its last eruption was around 2600 BC. Mauna Kea sits at an elevation of 13,796ft above sea level making it the second highest mountain I’ve hiked as I write this post – just shy of Mt Whitney. Interestingly, mo...Read more -
Pepeekeo, Hawaii
Explore the Old Mamalahoa Hwy
5.03 miRunning or biking on Old Mamalahoa Hwy is a treasure! The path is marked as a 'Scenic Drive' but you can park your car along the way and run, or bike through. This area is north of Hilo's downtown so you'll follow Mamalahoa Hwy north (the only highway that goes around the north side of the island...Read more -
Waimea, Hawaii
Horseback Ride on Kohala Mountain
Enjoy a 2 hour horseback ride on Kohala Mountain in Waimea on the north side of the Big Island! There are several ranches in the area through which you can take a guided tour - I would recommend Paniolo Adventures, but you can look up the ranches in the Waimea / Kohala Mountain area. The ranches ...Read more -
Hana, Hawaii
Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach
5.00.5 mi / 69 ft gainKaihalulu Red Sand Beach is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Hana, Maui, Hawaii.Read more -
Princeville, Hawaii
Hike to Wyllie's Beach
5.00.8 mi / 265 ft gainWyllie's beach is a small beach next to Anini beach. It is on the northwest side of the river mouth. There is a 0.8 mile trail down to the beach. The trail head is near the Westin Princeville. This is a handy beach for those staying in the Princeville area, as it is walkable from most vacation ho...Read more