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Spreading the aloha one hike at a time!


MAKAPU'U LIGHTHOUSE TRAIL and TIDE POOLS
Paved trail that ends at a lookout of a lighthouse and Oahu's windward coastline. Bonus adventure to tide pools and a pillbox also possible.
Mar 25, 2024
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WAIPUILANI FALLS
Split flow waterfall visible after heavy rains. Bring a GPS and some patience as you will probably get lost a few times...
Mar 24, 2024
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PALI NOTCHES
Dangerously beautiful, this notorious hike is the ultimate hiking/climbing adventure. Bring some extra courage with you on this one.
Mar 22, 2024
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LAIE RIDGE
Lengthly, low-trafficked ridge gives you a uniquely beautiful perspective of windward and central Oahu. Long pants encouraged.
Mar 19, 2024
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PALI PUKA
Short, but skinny ridge hike to a hole in the ridge ("puka"), which perfectly frames the windward coast, creating an epic photo opportunity.
Mar 18, 2024
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LAIE FALLS
Beautiful ridge hike through Cook pines and guava trees to this small waterfall and swimming hole. Don't forget your swimsuit.
Mar 18, 2024
11,845


PU'U OHULEHULE--NORTHWEST RIDGE
Strenuous, sketchy, and overgrown, but the incredible views of Kualoa Ranch and the windward coast make this challenging ridge worth it.
Mar 15, 2024
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TWIN PALI FALLS
Only visible after heavy rains, this split flow waterfall with its lush green surroundings creates a wild and beautiful composition.
Mar 2, 2024
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