The Ultimate Guide to Hiking on O‘ahu
We've rounded up the best hikes and trails in town, Central O‘ahu, East O‘ahu, West O‘ahu, Windward and North Shore.
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We've rounded up the best hikes and trails in town, Central O‘ahu, East O‘ahu, West O‘ahu, Windward and North Shore.
Still bummed your adventure travel plans were canceled? Get outside!
Explore a forest high above O‘ahu, where you’ll feel on top of the world.
Less mud and more safety upgrades make the newly reopened hike in Honolulu a more family-friendly adventure.
Here are 20 great adventures that offer beautiful vistas and waterfalls, steep climbs and relics of the past.
Hikers can help the public-private partnership with repairs now.
Find waterfalls, ocean lookouts and a chance to splash in the mud at these hikes for kids and parents.
The latest emergency orders allow us to try new things outdoors, find some new local grubs and relax—as long as we do it alone.
Need a quick workout? This lush trail in East Honolulu is perfect for the beginner hiker.
I quit my gym but still need to exercise, so outside I go! Here’s how these trails are different now with new rules in place.
You can now get out and get fresh air at a few of your favorite landmarks.
Date No. 14 had quite a few red flags, but this dater was determined to give it a shot for love.
Brace yourself for the railway stairs that will take you about a mile straight up to a breathtaking 360-degree view of the East Side with a heavy cardio workout.
This accessible fairy-tale hike is your introduction to the Honolulu Mauka Trail System.
This hike requires a fun kayaking adventure before even beginning to tackle the trail.
We celebrated National Take a Hike Day (Nov. 17), with a round up of our top picks for the best hikes on the Island.
There are some trails on O‘ahu that everyone knows are haunted, but did you know these five?
This hidden gem boasts a walk through jungle greenery, a peaceful incline through pine trees and a stunning ocean view.
This pillbox hike on the Leeward side has stunning views of the west side of the Island and a bright pink bunker for breast cancer awareness.
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: the Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club.
For a fun outing with the keiki or a challenging workout, this hike is great for everyone.
Take in views of east Oʻahu at the top of this ridgeline trail.
This short Nu‘uanu jaunt will take you to an enchanting 10-foot waterfall and swimming hole.
The 3,922-step trail has been the subject of debate for years.
From plantation towns to planned communities, Central O‘ahu has its share of secret spots, a bumper crop of bowling alleys and neighborhood eats.
We celebrated National Take a Hike Day (Nov. 17), with a round up of our top picks for the best hikes on the Island.
Not willing to change her identity to be part of the industry, Mahina Florence is at the height of her career because of her flawless Hawaiian complexion, strong athletic build, and friendly aloha spirit.
These restaurants and cafés hold themselves to a higher eco-standard that make deciding where to eat for ocean-minded people an easy decision.