Hikes in Hawaii

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• Olinda Forest (Waihou Springs Trail)

  Makawao, Maui

  Nestled below the cloud line of Mount Haleakala at 3,820 feet of elevation is a 186 acre grove of pine trees with a looping trail that provides peaceful walking amidst the songs of birds and cool mountain air. The Waihou Spring Forest Reserve was created by a proclamation from governor of the Hawaiian territory in 1909, and the modern day populace likes to use this cool refreshing upcountry trail loop for exercise and trail running. The air at this higher elevation provides a great chan

• Bamboo Forest Huelo

  Huelo, Maui

  There are many areas on Maui with bamboo, but not many that you can hike into a a fill forest of bamboo. Huelos bamboo forest has a maze of trails that lead to several waterfalls and lots of greenery. The experience of hiking through a bamboo forest is very humbling, as if you were a flea on a camels back, the rolling terrain is lined by row upon row of tall green bamboo that rustles in the wind.At a Glance:Highlights: An easy to find and

• Wailua arboretum

  Wailua, Kauai

  At the top of the Opekaa Falls Road, the road ends in a great spot for a forest walk or freshwater swim. A little known state arboretum with picnic shelters, and stands of tall trees surrounding green meadows. There is even a view toward Mount Waialeale the wettest spot on earth, and the lush green rainforests it supports. This location is more of a stroll through a park then a hike, yet it has the ability to be walked repeatedly for exercise or provide a restful place for your non-exer

• Mahaulepu Heritage Trail

  Poipu, Kauai

  This coastal hiking area consists of several unmarked coastal trails that interconnect heading east along the ocean between "Shipwreck Beach" and the Maha'ulepu Beach adjacent to the Poipu Bay Golf Course. The 4-mile hike contours the rugged coastline with spectacular scenery all the way, but even a short walk at either end of the trail can be rewarding.Highlights: Spectacular wild and rugged coastal hiking reveals the rare oceanfront region of Poipu that r

• 'Iao Valley

  Wailuku, Maui

  The rock spire known as the 'Iao Needle rise 2,250 feet above the valley floor. This centrally located State Park sits amidst the majestic scenery that novelist Mark Twain once referred to as the "Yosemite of the Pacific", it has easy to follow paved pathways that loop through the 6.2 acre park. A location of great cultural significance for Hawaiian's, the 'Iao Valley State Park sits amidst lands once reserved for the ruling Ali'I or "Chiefs" of M

• Black Pipe Trail to Canyon Trail in Koke'e State Park

  Waimea, Kauai

  The end of the Canyon Trail in Koke'e State Park is the red earth plateau seen to the left, above the twin waterfalls. The views from the trail are some of the best you will get of the Waimea Canyon. The Koke'e State Park has many trails to explore that reach portions of the spectacular Waimea Canyon, all are free and public accessible. The most rewarding is a combination of two trails accessed by a 4-wheel drive road that you can hike out to a central vista in the midst of the Canyon.

• Kalopa State Park

  Honokaa, Big Island

  Kalopa is a great hiking spot, as several trails can be inner connected to create a looping hike exploring the 100 acres of native, and 515 acres of introduced forest growing atop Kalopa Gulch. Maintained by the State Park System, these trails are some of the best forested trails on island.At a Glance:Highlights: On-site maps and guides to make the hiking educational, great for families and nature lovers. Fertile forests abound where laye

• Twin Falls

  Haiku, Maui

  You will reach the falls after a 25 minute hike through tropical paradise. Although most people think this is a park, the property known as "Twin Falls" is a 38 acres private property that is shared with the public free of charge by the gracious farm owners. It is a premier stop on the "Hana Highway" journey, though this spot is a perfect destination all its' own for waterfall hikes. Parking is along one of the two pull out areas just past mile marker 2 on

• Onomea Trail to Onomea Bay

  Hilo, Big Island

  Just north of the central eastside town of Hilo along a 4-mile long scenic route known as "Old Mamalohoa Highway" you will find a State trail for public access to the beautiful Onomea Bay. This easy to follow trail crosses through a botanical garden and leads to the rocky shore and a freshwater stream, providing great access to jungle surroundings and the site of an ancient coastal fishing village.Highlights: Scenic Onomea Bay is a picture postcard of old H

• Nakoa Trail in Ahupua'a O Kahana State Park

  Kaneohe, Oahu

  This windward coastal Valley is a step out of time. It is largely undeveloped and has the highest rainfall of any valley on Oahu, so it is very lush and full of jungle foliage and flowing streams. The drive to reach the Kahana Valley gets you away from the hustle of Oahu's development and into deep natural splendor.At a Glance:Highlights: Hike a valley largely undeveloped and wild, with streamside portions of trail that then rise to sever