Hike in Hawaii

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Not everyone heads to Hawaii to lie on the beach, splash in the surf and soak up the tropical sunshine. A number of challenging and scenic hiking trails are found throughout the islands that provide panoramic ocean vistas, access to famous landmarks, waterfalls and cultural sites along with treks through forested mountain areas and landscapes as stark as the surface of the Moon. Incredible opportunities for hiking, short or long, easy or challenging, day treks or overnighters draw hiking enthusiasts from all over the world to experience those parts of the Hawaiian Islands away from the busy beachfronts and popular attractions. While Kauai and Maui have reputations for the most diverse and challenging trekking opportunities, the islands of Oahu, Hawaii (Big Island), Molokai and Lanai each offer hikers a full spectrum of hiking experiences. The hikes range from a few hours of easy hiking with scenic and historic locations as the reward at the end of the trail to full days of traversing challenging terrain. While many of the hikes are easily self-guided with maps and signage some of the more challenging mandate the use of experienced guides to insure the best experience. Our list of hiking opportunities in Hawaii was compiled to provide a good sampling of the hikes available on the islands where visitors are allowed. Consider including some of these popular hikes scattered about Hawaii on your list or choose from among the hundreds of other worthy experiences: Hike the slope of Leahi (Diamond Head), Oahu – Moderate Makapuu Point Lighthouse Trail, Oahu – Moderate Hike to Kaena Point, Oahu – Challenging Aiea Loop Trail, Oahu – Easy Pipiwai Trail to Ohe’o Gulch Pools (Seven Sacred Pools), Maui – Moderate Halemauu Trail, Maui – Moderate Iao Valley State Park, Maui – Easy Lahaina Historic Trail, Maui – Easy (Urban) Hike to Kaihalulu “Red Sand” Beach, Maui – Challenging Kalalau Trail, Kauai, - Challenging Awaawapuhi Trail and Nualolo Trail, Kauai – Moderate Pihea Trail Waimea Canyon, Kauai – Easy to Moderate Kauapea Beach Trail (Secret Beach), Kauai – Moderate Nounou Trail, Kauai – Easy Halawa Valley Trail, Molokai – Moderate Munro Trail, Lanai – Moderate Shipwreck Beach Trail (Kaiolohia-Kahue), Lanai – Easy to Moderate Kilauea Iki Trail, Big Island – Moderate Kahaua Le'a Trail, Big Island – Challenging Weliweli Point Trail, Big Island – Easy Puna Kua Trail, Big Island - Challenging Wailoa River State Park Trail, Big Island - Easy To make your trip of a lifetime all that more memorable make sure you include time to hike and take in the magnificent natural splendor of the Hawaiian Islands. The Dream to Hike in Hawaii is a worthy addition to any bucket list.

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