The Hiking HI

Spreading the aloha one hike at a time!

Mar 31

Kamanaiki Ridge Trail

Little known ridge near Honolulu that leads to a pleasant lookout. And if you time it right you may even find some juicy guava!

Mar 31

KEA'AU MIDDLE RIDGE

With fun scrambles, narrow ridges, and insane views, this ridge has all the traits of a great west side hike. Just watch out for cow manure!

Mar 29

NU'UANU JUDD TRAIL

This muddy hike has a bit of everything-- a bamboo forest, awesome valley views, and even a little waterfall. Don't forget your swimsuit!

Mar 29

KAUNALA LOOP to PUPUKEA SUMMIT TRAIL

Where the Ko'olaus begin (or end), trek through the northernmost portion of this iconic Oahu mountain range.

Mar 29

KULI'OU'OU RIDGE TRAIL

Popular intermediate trail with beautiful Cooke pine forest and great windward views. A perfect intro to Oahu's great ridge hiking.

Mar 29

KULANA'AHANE TRAIL to H3 LOOKOUT

Trek deep into Moanalua Valley, crossing streams and dodging mud, before a steep ridge ascent to an epic lookout. Cameras required.

Mar 28

MANANA RIDGE TRAIL

Slow and steady wins this race. At 12 miles, this lengthy ridge is an endurance challenge, but worth it for those Ko'olau summit views.

Mar 27

PAPAKOLEA GREEN SAND and SOUTH POINT CLIFF JUMPING--THE BIG ISLAND

Hike to one of Earth's 4 green sand beaches then leap off the United States' southernmost point. Hard to beat that adventure combo.