The Hawaii Hiking Gallery is a collection of pictures and writeups from various hikes in Hawaii. Currently, all the hikes on this site are on the island of Oahu. Enjoy the pictures, but for a real thrill, get out there and try some of these hikes for yourself. No picture can compare to the real thing. The Hiker's Guide to O'ahu, written by Stuart M. Ball Jr. is an excellent book to help you find the trails on this island. Enjoy your stay and don't forget to drink plenty of liquids.
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Castle | difficult | A mean ridge hike in Punalu'u Valley |
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Ma'akua Gulch | medium | Hike up the spectacular narrow gulch with near vertical walls to nice swim holes and waterfalls. |
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Ka'au Crater | medium | Did you know there is a crater in Palolo Valley? Check it out and enjoy the nice waterfalls along the way. |
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Waimano Pool | medium | Popular hike to 3 swim holes. Reach the pools and go take a dive. Located in Pearl City. |
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Pu'u Manamana | difficult | A death defying, "test your nerves" kind of hike with steep cliffs located by Kahana Valley. If you want a challenging hike, this is for you. |
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Hawaii Loa Ridge | medium | Reach the Koolaus via this hike that starts at the top of Hawaii Loa Ridge. |
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Olomana | medium difficult | Hike to the triple peaks of Olomana on the Windward side and check out the 360 degree views. |
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Kamiloiki Valley Loop | medium | Reach the Koolaus via this hike in Hawaii Kai and enjoy the views of the Windward coast. |
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`Ohikilolo | difficult | A very challenging hike atop narrow ridges. Located on the Waianae coast. Nice views of the Waianae coastline. |
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Kalauao | medium | A nice hike to a secluded swim hole in Aiea. The trail detours off the Aiea Loop Trail. |
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Hidden Valley | difficult | Hike into Hidden Valley in Kaaawa, and return via the Puu Mananana trail. Some ridge hiking, some stream hiking. |
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Old Pali Road | easy | Starting from the Pali Lookout, this trail takes you on the Old Pali Road to a nice shallow waterfall. |
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Pu'u Kalena | difficult | A beautiful ridge hike that starts by Kolekole Pass on the Wahiawa side. Excellent views of Waianae, Wahiawa, and the North Shore. Even Diamond Head can be seen from the peak. |
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Kuli'ou'ou Ridge/Valley | difficult | Do the Ridge Hike, or the Valley Hike, or do both. Located near Hawaii Kai, this hike provides excellent views of the Windward area. |
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Mt. Olympus | medium | Starting at the top of St. Louis Heights, this hike is not too difficult, yet it offers great views. |
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Dupont | difficult | A very long hike with lots of elevation gain to the highest peak on the island, Mt. Kaala. |
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Ohulehule | difficult | A trecherous climb in Kahana Valley. |
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Kealia | medium | Hike up the mountains of Mokuleia and watch the gliders pass by. Then enjoy the views of Makua Gulch on the other side. |
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