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WEST KULI'OU'OU RIDGE
The unmaintained, less trafficked, and sketchier neighbor to the popular Kuli'ou'ou ridge. Worth it? Absolutely.
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Spreading the aloha one hike at a time!
- Mar 4, 2019
STAIRWAY TO HELL
The little known and far more grueling of Oahu's windward "stair" hikes. Sure it's not heaven, but the views are fire.
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- Jan 21, 2019
WAILUA FALLS--KAUA'I
Short and steep hike to the base of this 80 foot fall with a large swimming hole. Quite possibly the most beautiful falls in all of Hawaii.
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- Jan 21, 2019
KUKUI TRAIL--KAUA'I
Trek to the base of the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific" fully experiencing this colorful wonder. Just save some energy for the trek back out.
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- Jan 20, 2019
HONOPU RIDGE--KAUA'I
Unmaintained trail in Koke'e state park that's terminus reveals those sharp and colorful ridges that make the Na Pali Coast famous.
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- Jan 7, 2019
KAHEKILI RIDGE to MANAMANA
A waterfall, sharp and narrow ridges, rock scrambling and free climbing, and eye watering views. This loop is Oahu hiking at its best.
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- Dec 31, 2018
MAKAUA FALLS
A wet and slippery tramp up a dry(ish) stream bed to a large and secluded waterfall. A little bit of balance goes a long way on this one.
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- Dec 6, 2018
BOWMAN TRAIL
Long, grueling ridge to the Ko'olau summit. Expect a few scrapes and muddy shoes, but also some great views on this tough ridge.
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- Nov 26, 2018
KAPALAMA TRAIL to PU'U LANIHULI
Low trafficked and overgrown ridge to this prominent Ko'olau summit. Hope for some clear weather, because the views up here are stellar.
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- Nov 24, 2018
ONEAWA HILLS (KAPAA QUARRY HIKE)
Lesser-known foothill that leads to a scenic lookout of Kapa'a Quarry and the Ko'olaus. Sure it looks radioactive but still beautiful.
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- Nov 19, 2018
MAUNAWILI TRAIL
Experience the grandeur of the Ko'olaus as you parallel this mountain range, staring up at these beautiful green giants.
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- Nov 12, 2018
LANIPO RIDGE (MAU'UMAE) TRAIL
Your standard KST ridge-- long, ungraded, overgrown, but also epic views. This ones sure to provide some memories (and maybe a few cuts).
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- Nov 5, 2018
KAMANAIKI RIDGE TRAIL
Little known ridge near Honolulu that leads to a pleasant lookout. And if you time it right you may even find some juicy guava!
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- Oct 13, 2018
MALEAKAHANA STATE PARK CAMPING
One of Hawaii's many state campgrounds. Roll out of your tent on to a beach to watch the sun rise over the Pacific. Hard to beat.
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- Oct 6, 2018
WAILUPE LOOP TRAIL
Some good views, a bit of KST traverse hiking, and a solid workout, this loop is great for those looking to explore a trail less travelled.
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