The Hiking HI

Spreading the aloha one hike at a time!

Mar 26

MOANALUA MIDDLE RIDGE to HAIKU STAIRS

Known as "backside to stairway," this ridge, with sharp dropoffs and steep scrambles, is a tough one. But that is the best path to "heaven."

Mar 26

TRIPLER RIDGE

Low-trafficked Ko'olau finger ridge with beautiful 360 summit views on a clear day. As a bonus, take the KST to the iconic haiku stairs.

Mar 26

KOKO CRATER ARCH

A short hike on the exterior of volcanic crater to this cool-looking rock arch, with beautiful sights of the coast. A nice quick hiking fix.

Mar 26

Haleakala Crater and The Sliding Sands Trail - MAUI

Teleport from tropical Maui on this otherwordly trail. Wake up early and catch a summit sunrise for an even more epic crater experience.

Mar 26

PU'U PIA

Short shaded hike through beautiful Koa trees that leads to a pleasant lookout. Hike it during guava season for an even sweeter experience.

Mar 26

ACID WAR ZONE TRAIL to NAKALELE BLOWHOLE--MAUI

Rocky coastal trail to powerful blowhole and famous "heart-shaped rock." Instagram post required.

Mar 26

PAPALI UKA

Little known trail on windward Oahu with junctions to gems like "The Nipple," Sacred Falls, and the KST. A veteran hiker type of trail.

Mar 25

KOKO CRATER RIM LOOP HIKE

Take the scenic route on this fun and (somewhat) sketchy scramble around this volcanic tuff cone. Watch out for the cacti!