Hike Hawaii
There are so many ways to experience the wonders of Hawaii. By boat. By helicopter. Or simply by hopping in your rental car and following your whim. But for many visitors, the only way to find the real Hawaii is on foot. Hiking in the Islands of Aloha is not only great exercise, it’s an opportunity to see Hawaii’s natural wonders up close and personal.
Perhaps the most famous hike in all the Islands of Hawaii, Kauai’s Kalalau Trail is nothing short of breathtaking from the first step to the last. It runs along the island’s legendary Na Pali Coast, truly one of the most beautiful in the world. With emerald cliffs towering above you and the cobalt Pacific crashing onto the rocks far below, the trail is not for the faint of heart. Over ten miles in length, you can easily spend a full day on the trail, but less adventuresome hikers can simply take in the first mile or two and double back.
Every visitor to Maui will undoubtedly hear about the long and winding “road to Hana.” And while the road is a sensational adventure in itself, the hike to The Seven Pools of Kipahulu just outside Hana is an experience known to a relative few. And what a shame, as this trail leads through lush valleys bursting with tropical flora, through mystical rainforests, and finally to the pools etched by centuries of waterfalls tumbling from magnificent Haleakala volcano.
For visitors to Oahu, one of Hawaii’s most serene destinations can be found mere moments away from dazzling Waikiki and bustling Honolulu. The Manoa Falls trail leads to a lovely natural enclave where one will discover a graceful waterfall that trickles down a sheer rock face into a perfectly formed lava-rock pool. This oasis is the last stop on a delightful hike that winds along the Waihi stream amid giant ferns and fruit trees.
Located along the Hamakua Coast on the northeastern tip of the Big Island of Hawaii, the Waipio Valley trail is surrounded by the 2000-foot peaks of the stunning Kohala Mountains. The trail is unique in that after you hike the first mile (which is quite steep) and enter the valley, the “trail” is up to you. The valley is a untracked wonderland of trees, rivers, and tropical plants… just keep heading toward the water and you’ll eventually arrive at the valley’s beautiful black sand beach. Of course these are just a few of the hundreds of hiking trails worthy of exploration.
From Molokai’s Kalaupapa Trail, which traverses the world’s highest sea cliffs, to the quiet path that leads to Lanai’s secluded Shipwreck Beach, a memorable Hawaiian adventure is always just steps away.
Perhaps the most famous hike in all the Islands of Hawaii, Kauai’s Kalalau Trail is nothing short of breathtaking from the first step to the last. It runs along the island’s legendary Na Pali Coast, truly one of the most beautiful in the world. With emerald cliffs towering above you and the cobalt Pacific crashing onto the rocks far below, the trail is not for the faint of heart. Over ten miles in length, you can easily spend a full day on the trail, but less adventuresome hikers can simply take in the first mile or two and double back.
Every visitor to Maui will undoubtedly hear about the long and winding “road to Hana.” And while the road is a sensational adventure in itself, the hike to The Seven Pools of Kipahulu just outside Hana is an experience known to a relative few. And what a shame, as this trail leads through lush valleys bursting with tropical flora, through mystical rainforests, and finally to the pools etched by centuries of waterfalls tumbling from magnificent Haleakala volcano.
For visitors to Oahu, one of Hawaii’s most serene destinations can be found mere moments away from dazzling Waikiki and bustling Honolulu. The Manoa Falls trail leads to a lovely natural enclave where one will discover a graceful waterfall that trickles down a sheer rock face into a perfectly formed lava-rock pool. This oasis is the last stop on a delightful hike that winds along the Waihi stream amid giant ferns and fruit trees.
Located along the Hamakua Coast on the northeastern tip of the Big Island of Hawaii, the Waipio Valley trail is surrounded by the 2000-foot peaks of the stunning Kohala Mountains. The trail is unique in that after you hike the first mile (which is quite steep) and enter the valley, the “trail” is up to you. The valley is a untracked wonderland of trees, rivers, and tropical plants… just keep heading toward the water and you’ll eventually arrive at the valley’s beautiful black sand beach. Of course these are just a few of the hundreds of hiking trails worthy of exploration.
From Molokai’s Kalaupapa Trail, which traverses the world’s highest sea cliffs, to the quiet path that leads to Lanai’s secluded Shipwreck Beach, a memorable Hawaiian adventure is always just steps away.
posted by Lynn @ 8:10 PM
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