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Spreading the aloha one hike at a time!


Mar 26, 2024
MANOA MIDDLE RIDGE
Upper intermediate ridge near Honolulu, with 360 degree summit views on a clear day. Connect it to Mount Olympus for some KST traverse fun.
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Mar 26, 2024
TRIPLER RIDGE
Low-trafficked Ko'olau finger ridge with beautiful 360 summit views on a clear day. As a bonus, take the KST to the iconic haiku stairs.
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Mar 26, 2024
KOKO CRATER ARCH
A short hike on the exterior of volcanic crater to this cool-looking rock arch, with beautiful sights of the coast. A nice quick hiking fix.
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Mar 26, 2024
PU'U PIA
Short shaded hike through beautiful Koa trees that leads to a pleasant lookout. Hike it during guava season for an even sweeter experience.
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Mar 25, 2024
KOKO CRATER RIM LOOP HIKE
Take the scenic route on this fun and (somewhat) sketchy scramble around this volcanic tuff cone. Watch out for the cacti!
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Mar 25, 2024
WA'AHILA RIDGE TRAIL to MOUNT OLYMPUS (AWAAWALOA)
Narrow ridges, a bit of scrambling, and epic windward and leeward summit views make this trail my go to quick(ish) hiking fix.
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Mar 24, 2024
KULEPEAMOA LOOP TRAIL
Lesser known ridge which provides classic leeward views and bit of Ko'olau traverse hiking.
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Mar 21, 2024
KALAUAO FALLS via AIEA LOOP TRAIL
An authentic Oahu waterfall experience, a steep and slippery descent into the valley will reward you with this medium-sized beauty.
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