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 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

OLOMANA TRAIL ("THREE PEAKS Hike") in Oahu

Advanced hike that summits 3 separate peaks of this standalone mauna. The challenge, danger, and insane views make this one of Oahu's best.

Mar 27

HAIKU STAIRS to MOANALUA MIDDLE RIDGE

One way trek up "Stairway to Heaven" and down an ungraded Ko'olau finger ridge. Challenging, sketchy, beautiful, and full of drama.

Mar 27

MOUNT OLYMPUS via KOLOWALU TRAIL

A quick burner that will get you to Ko'olau summit without too much drama. Catch it on a clear day and you will be happy you made the trek.