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The Best Hiking Trails in Hawaii (United States)

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  • Nukolii Beach

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    near Hanamā‘ulu, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Aloha Chuck
    Distance
    5.22mi
    Elevation +
    331f
    TrailRank
    70
    Photo ofNukolii Beach Photo ofNukolii Beach Photo ofNukolii Beach

    A nice beach walk right outside your door at Kauai Beach Villas G6. Nukolii Beach is a two mile while sand beach in front of Kauai Beach Villas G6. It fronts Wailua Golf Course and Lydgate State Park. The beach is oft...

  • Sleeping Giant Trails, Kauai Hawaii

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    near Wailua House Lots, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Aloha Chuck
    Distance
    4.17mi
    Elevation +
    984f
    TrailRank
    67| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofSleeping Giant Trails, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofSleeping Giant Trails, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofSleeping Giant Trails, Kauai Hawaii

    Nounou (East) Trail To access the east trailhead, turn up mauka onto Halelilio Road off of Kuhio Highway (Hwy 56). The parking area for the trailhead is paved and well marked. It is located on the east side of Haleli...

    Nice trail, some pretty views, can be muddy in spots.
    Port flora

  • Pihea Trail to Alakai Swamp Trail Loop, Kauai Hawaii

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    near Hā‘ena, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Aloha Chuck
    Distance
    11.11mi
    Elevation +
    2333f
    TrailRank
    67| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPihea Trail to Alakai Swamp Trail Loop, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofPihea Trail to Alakai Swamp Trail Loop, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofPihea Trail to Alakai Swamp Trail Loop, Kauai Hawaii

    Pihea Trail is located at the end of the road at the top of Waimea Canyon past Kokee State Park and by the Pu’u O Kila Lookout. There is a trail sign along with a well faded sign saying - ”Mt. Waialeale Wettest spot on e...

    Excelente ruta para empezarlana primera hora de la mañana, antes de que la niebla cubra las vistas.
    SValduezaL

  • Hoapali trail - Keoneʻōʻio (La Perouse Bay)

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    near Keoneʻōʻio, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Brii63
    Distance
    7.20mi
    Elevation +
    351f
    TrailRank
    62
    Photo ofHoapali trail - Keoneʻōʻio (La Perouse Bay) Photo ofHoapali trail - Keoneʻōʻio (La Perouse Bay) Photo ofHoapali trail - Keoneʻōʻio (La Perouse Bay)

    Hanamanioa Point Lighthouse and Kamanamana beach Lovely hike along the lava. It's rather tough and you need to bring a lot of water, cause there's no shade whatsoever. But it is all so worth it. Get there early as the ...

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  • Waihe‘e Ridge Trail

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    near Waihe‘e, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    donal.murphy
    Distance
    4.45mi
    Elevation +
    1460f
    TrailRank
    61| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWaihe‘e Ridge Trail Photo ofWaihe‘e Ridge Trail Photo ofWaihe‘e Ridge Trail

    Gates open at 7:00am to get access to upper parking, if you’re late you will need to use overflow parking and an extra walk. We were completely clouded in at 8:15am at top, but it cleared during descent spectacular view...

    Lovely hike. Start early, I started at 9 a.m. and that's too late.(I had to park in the overflow parking and add ca 3km ...
    Brii63

  • Three in one

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    near Hā‘ena, Hawaii (United States)
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    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    11.72mi
    Elevation +
    3402f
    TrailRank
    61
    Photo ofThree in one Photo ofThree in one Photo ofThree in one

    Not quite top ten in my lifetime but certainly knocking on the door. It is a combination of three different trails, the Nu'alolo trail, the Nu'alolo Cliff trail and the Awa-awapuhi trail. Starting with the Nu'alolo trail...

  • Pipiwai Trail - Waimoku falls & Seven sacred pools (Pools of ‘Ohe’o) - Maui

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    near Kīpahulu, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Ruben.hera
    with aidacierco
    Distance
    6.25mi
    Elevation +
    2185f
    TrailRank
    57| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofPipiwai Trail - Waimoku falls & Seven sacred pools (Pools of ‘Ohe’o) - Maui Photo ofPipiwai Trail - Waimoku falls & Seven sacred pools (Pools of ‘Ohe’o) - Maui Photo ofPipiwai Trail - Waimoku falls & Seven sacred pools (Pools of ‘Ohe’o) - Maui

    English: First of all, this is a MUST. This is the last stage of the Road to Hana. It won't be a long one (aprox 2 hours with all stops for pictures). In order to start this hike you need to enter into the National pa...

    This is a must do in Maui! Fantastic hike with an amazing waterfall at the end!
    aidacierco

  • Mauna Kea hike from Visitors Center

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    near Pua‘ākala, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    oceans2001
    Distance
    6.35mi
    Elevation +
    4656f
    TrailRank
    57
    Photo ofMauna Kea hike from Visitors Center Photo ofMauna Kea hike from Visitors Center Photo ofMauna Kea hike from Visitors Center

    This describes the one way hike from the visitors center to the summit of Mauna Kea. The trail has no shade or water so be sure to bring a good hat, sunscreen, and plenty to drink. I did this in August and the temperatur...

  • Mauna Loa Summit Trail

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    near Papaloa, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    10.42mi
    Elevation +
    2218f
    TrailRank
    55
    Photo ofMauna Loa Summit Trail Photo ofMauna Loa Summit Trail Photo ofMauna Loa Summit Trail

    Recognized as the largest active volcano in the world Mauna Loa is one of five in a chain of Hawaiian volcanoes and while visiting the Big Island I was lucky enough to have lunch while sitting in its massive crater. Ther...

  • Kilauea Falls, Kauai Hawaii

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    near Kilauea, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Aloha Chuck
    Distance
    3.80mi
    Elevation +
    512f
    TrailRank
    54| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofKilauea Falls, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofKilauea Falls, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofKilauea Falls, Kauai Hawaii

    Kilauea Waterfalls are one of my favorites on the island. It requires a 35-minute hike down to the falls if you don’t have 4x4 vehicle. You do cross some private ranchland that I believe the landowner graciously allows y...

    Incredible views. Lots of traffic
    geniza9

  • Alakai Swamp Trail, Kauai Hawaii

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    near Hā‘ena, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Aloha Chuck
    Distance
    7.93mi
    Elevation +
    1148f
    TrailRank
    54| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofAlakai Swamp Trail, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofAlakai Swamp Trail, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofAlakai Swamp Trail, Kauai Hawaii

    What an enjoyable day hike across the highest swamp on earth. The trail begins at the Pu’u o Kila Lookout 4176 feet above the ocean below. The trail follows the rim of the Kalalau Valley. The first 1/2 mile will take you...

    Awesome trail, although I'm a bit out of shape, I made it. If you are out of shape, you would probably consider some par...
    Strangerbuckles

  • Pololu Valley - Honokane Nui - Honokane Iki

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    near Niuli‘i, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Pablo Torne
    Distance
    7.78mi
    Elevation +
    2421f
    TrailRank
    54
    Photo ofPololu Valley - Honokane Nui - Honokane Iki Photo ofPololu Valley - Honokane Nui - Honokane Iki Photo ofPololu Valley - Honokane Nui - Honokane Iki

    Hike from Pololu Lookup parking lot inside, passing through the first and second valleys and arriving to our objective: Honokane Iki. The trail is moderate, and took us 6 hours in total in and out, including a half-hour ...

  • Kalalau Trail, Kauai Hawaii

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    near Hā‘ena, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Aloha Chuck
    Distance
    9.66mi
    Elevation +
    3307f
    TrailRank
    53
    Photo ofKalalau Trail, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofKalalau Trail, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofKalalau Trail, Kauai Hawaii

    Kalalau Trail is the world famous, ultimate Kauai hike that everyone talks about and would like to accomplish if they had the time. It generally takes you a couple of days to complete the round trip hike. Most people tha...

  • Kalalau & Hanakāpī‘ai Falls Trail

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    near Hā‘ena, Hawaii (United States)
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    tink165
    Distance
    8.48mi
    Elevation +
    1791f
    TrailRank
    53
    Photo ofKalalau & Hanakāpī‘ai Falls Trail Photo ofKalalau & Hanakāpī‘ai Falls Trail Photo ofKalalau & Hanakāpī‘ai Falls Trail

    Wonderful trails at Nāpali Coast. Trail up to the waterfall was a bit tricky (muddy and you have to cross four times the stream). If you hike when it isn’t raining everything is totally fine. Swimming in the waterfall wa...

  • Waimea canyon trail to Waipoo falls

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    near Mānā, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    lcano
    Distance
    3.38mi
    Elevation +
    863f
    TrailRank
    52| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofWaimea canyon trail to Waipoo falls Photo ofWaimea canyon trail to Waipoo falls Photo ofWaimea canyon trail to Waipoo falls

    Rocky sometimes, steep in some parts. Awesome views almost at the end. You can take a swim at the waterfall before going back.

    Great trail for the family. Was quite muddy and there was lots of tree roots but it was a good hike. Great view at the t...
    miriam.sterland

  • Okolehao trail

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    near Hanalei Homesteads, Hawaii (United States)
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    Port flora
    with maxini2001
    Distance
    3.44mi
    Elevation +
    1257f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofOkolehao trail Photo ofOkolehao trail Photo ofOkolehao trail

    A nice trail that starts at a bird sanctuary near Hanalei and climbs up the ridgeline to give you nice views of the surrounding area. The trail is not well marked but it is well travelled and easy to follow. There are se...

  • Hawaii: Canyon Trail

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    near Mānā, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    andre123
    Distance
    4.99mi
    Elevation +
    1306f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofHawaii: Canyon Trail Photo ofHawaii: Canyon Trail Photo ofHawaii: Canyon Trail

    (en) Nice hike inside the Waimea Canyon. If you have a 4WD you can park at the trailhead. With 2WD you have to walk down also the 4WD road to the start. The trail has several very nice views into the canyon. It passes th...

  • Sleeping Giant

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    near Olohena, Hawaii (United States)
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    Port flora
    Distance
    4.09mi
    Elevation +
    1467f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofSleeping Giant Photo ofSleeping Giant Photo ofSleeping Giant

    A nice climb up to some descent views of the ocean and surrounding area. A little muddy in spots and the top could be hazardous to your health. There are a couple of viewpoints during the hike in addition to the summit a...

  • Waipio Valley Trail

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    near Kukuihaele, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Waterfallin
    Distance
    6.82mi
    Elevation +
    2070f
    TrailRank
    51
    Photo ofWaipio Valley Trail Photo ofWaipio Valley Trail Photo ofWaipio Valley Trail

    Rim to Rim to Rim - This 10km return hike starts at Waipio Valley Lookout on east end of valley and proceeds down Waipio Valley Road and into the village. At Hiilawe Stream double back on Waipio Valley Road and stay left...

  • Powerline Trail Complete, Kauai Hawaii

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    near Wailua Homesteads, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    Aloha Chuck
    Distance
    10.70mi
    Elevation +
    1955f
    TrailRank
    50
    Photo ofPowerline Trail Complete, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofPowerline Trail Complete, Kauai Hawaii Photo ofPowerline Trail Complete, Kauai Hawaii

    South Powerline Trail South leading from Wailua is very lush with tropical views of the native Hawaiian rainforest and waterfalls. To reach the trail, turn off on Hwy 580 and go 8 miles past Coco Palms, Opaekaa Falls, an...

  • Kilauea Iki Hike

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    near Volcano, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    oceans2001
    Distance
    3.27mi
    Elevation +
    459f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofKilauea Iki Hike Photo ofKilauea Iki Hike Photo ofKilauea Iki Hike

    The hike starts in the parking area on the east side of the crater. The trail decend down into the crater, crosses the crater, then ascends out of the crater on the west side and follows the rim back around to the parkin...

  • One night in Mordor (searching hot lava)

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    near Lae ‘Apuki (historical), Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    panoramix8
    Distance
    15.12mi
    Elevation +
    817f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofOne night in Mordor (searching hot lava) Photo ofOne night in Mordor (searching hot lava) Photo ofOne night in Mordor (searching hot lava)

    I rated this track as difficult because it was really challenging in terms of technical difficulty (trying to avoid to twist my ankle) and also psychologically. I must put in context that in the morning I had driven from...

  • Kukui e ilau trail

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    near Nonopahu Village (historical), Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    vib
    Distance
    5.45mi
    Elevation +
    2329f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofKukui e ilau trail Photo ofKukui e ilau trail Photo ofKukui e ilau trail

    (IT) Fatto in Agosto al mattino sotto il sole è impegnativo. Per il resto se non è piovuto il cammino verso il fiume è bello e con colori e panorami notevoli. Portate tanta acqua e cappello. Interessante l'ILau trail. ...

  • Waihee'e ridge trail

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    near Waihe‘e, Hawaii (United States)
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    Brii63
    Distance
    6.33mi
    Elevation +
    1850f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofWaihee'e ridge trail Photo ofWaihee'e ridge trail Photo ofWaihee'e ridge trail

    This is a very scenic hike. It is a RIDGE trail so it is steep and there is mostly NO SHADE. I started at 9 a.m. and that is too late. It gets very hot on the second part of the trial (after the first scenic lookout)....

  • Kiholo bay

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    near Kīholo, Hawaii (United States)
    Author
    vib
    Distance
    5.44mi
    Elevation +
    253f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofKiholo bay Photo ofKiholo bay Photo ofKiholo bay

    (IT) Dalla highway un facile sentiero porta a spiagge nere con lave a pillow e lagune con tartarughe marine (EN) From the highway an easy path leads to black beaches with pillow lava and lagoons with sea turtles

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