Honolulu Hiking & Trekking Guide 2026

Top trails

Routes worth lacing up your boots for.

1. 1

   Diamond Head Summit Trail

   1.6 miles (2.6 km) round trip1.5-2 hoursAbout 560 ft (170 m) gain

2. 2

   Manoa Falls Trail

   1.6 miles (2.6 km) round trip1-1.5 hoursAbout 700 ft (210 m) gain

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   Lyon Arboretum and Aihualama Trail

   About 1.5-2 miles (2.4-3.2 km) of loops; the Aihualama Trail adds a short climb to a seasonal waterfall1-2 hoursAbout 300 ft (90 m) gain

4. 4

   Makapuu Point Lighthouse Trail

   2 miles (3.2 km) round trip1-1.5 hoursAbout 500 ft (150 m) gain

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   Koko Head Crater Stairs (Koko Crater Railway Trail)

   1.8 miles (2.9 km) round trip; about 1,048 railway-tie steps1.5-2.5 hoursAbout 1,200 ft (365 m) gain

6. 6

   Kuliouou Ridge Trail

   About 5 miles (8 km) round trip3-4 hoursAbout 1,600 ft (490 m) gain

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   Aiea Loop Trail

   4.8 miles (7.7 km) loop2.5-3.5 hoursAbout 950 ft (290 m) gain

8. 8

   Makiki Valley Loop (Maunalaha, Kanealole and Moleka Trails)

   About 2.5 miles (4 km) loop1.5-2 hoursAbout 600 ft (180 m) gain

9. 9

   Lanikai Pillbox (Kaiwa Ridge) Trail

   1.8 miles (2.9 km) round trip1-1.5 hoursAbout 500 ft (150 m) gain

Trail difficulty levels

Pick a route that matches your fitness and experience.

When to hike

Seasonal conditions in Honolulu.

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Local hazards

What to watch out for on the trail.