10 Amazing Hiking Trails throughout the Island of Oahu, Hawaii [a complete hiking guide]

Aloha! I'm back with a top ten list, in no particular order, of the best hikes on Oahu that will leave you feeling on top of the world! Yes! 10 amazing hiking trails that are spread throughout the island of Oahu, Hawaii. . We start on the Eastside (Windward Side) and work to the end of the Westside (Leeward Side).

Every single hike on this list was a trail that I experienced, and these are some of my favorites. I wanted to go over the highlights of each one. Including the difficulty of the rules in the area and the most photogenic taking spots for each hike. Bragging about your photos is kind of a big deal.

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Hiking tips:

1) All places are free, keep in mind that if you park illegally, you may receive a parking ticket

2) Please be mindful of the residents in the area by limiting your noise-level

3) Never leave your trash behind

4) Don't go when it rains, it's not safe during wet times. You can always revisit it another day

CHECKLIST:
- Water
- Snacks
- Sun cream
- Backpack
- A good attitude 😊

Here are the 10 hiking trails:

1) Crouching Lion: Amazing views of Kahana Bay, and you'll see the formation of the Crouching Lion

2) Hamama Falls Trail: My favorite waterfall, and you'll find a large, hidden waterfall in the back of Waihe'e Valley

3) Maunawili Falls Trail: Explore the jungle feel and the waterfall

4) Lulumahu Falls Trail: Scenic landscape of the Ko'olau Mountains and a beautiful waterfall

5) Koko Head Crater Trail: A whole lot of stairs with an ocean view of Makapuu and Hawaii Kai

6) Hanauma Bay Ridge Trail: Right above Oahu's snorkeling attraction with views of Hanauma Bay

7) Kuliouou Ridge Trail: Forrest feels with incline and epic views of Ku'liouou Valley. The stunning view at the top makes it all worth it

8) Aiea Loop Trail: A friendly hike with views of the H3 Freeway, and we met a few pigs too!:)

9) Pink Pillbox/Ma'ili Pillbox: Fun family hike (Dog friendly too) with beautiful ocean views on the Westside

10) I was asked by a group called " Protectors of Paradise" (that was backed by a U.S Military organization) to not include this trail. So I trimmed it out. Due to the high volume of requests, I have received and the notifications of Please do not hike here and just admire the area around you. I've been here many times growing up and I didn't know it was a sacred area. It's a beautiful area and it can be admired from afar. Aloha!:)

I hope that you find this video informative and the same time, entertaining! I appreciate all the support. Thank you for taking the time to watch this video! Aloha and have a great day!:)

[SeanKaleponi]

Disclaimer: I was asked by a group called "Protectors of Paradise" (that was backed by a U.S Army Military organization) to not entice people to do the 10th hiking trail on this video. I was also gonna be forwarded to other Hawaii departments. That's why the 10th hike is trimmed out. I have been there many times growing up and didn't know it was a sacred area until I posted this video. I have never seen anyone guarding the area either. This place can be admired from afar. Thank you! Mahalo.

[eastcoasts]

Glad the YT algorithms found this for me. Damn, I miss Hawaii. Lived there for several years and fell in love with the place. Wish I could move back.

[ninalimabarbosao]

Hiii... my wife and I are going to Honolulu in may, and we're so excited to hike there 😀

[kchatcat]

Hands down the BEST video I’ve seen of hiking Oahu! Thank you so much for making this!! 🤩

[annavanpelt]

Wow beautiful Hawaii the Sun and the Hula!

[eightyninetreasure]

I’m here in O’ahu and grateful that you made this video. We are a military family new to the area and looking forward to starting with easy hikes with beautiful views.

[denisemoreland]

Great information! Look forward to exploring some of these trails in June. Thank you so much for sharing. Mahalo!

[FUNKBASSIC]

“Fresh of breath air” LOL 😂 @12:44! Very funny 😄. You have the coolest videos. Thanks so much for sharing!

[alohatvn]

Great video 📹my friend. Thanks for sharing and we will see you on the next one. Have the most amazing day everyone.

[Sychohead]

Mahalo brotha!! In Honolulu for the next 9 days and have already stopped at Manoá falls it’s amazing ! I can’t wait to go to some of these other !!

[johnieploof]

One of my most favorite things to do while I lived in Hawaii from 1983 to 1987 was hike. I did a lot of those trails but I also did some very unknown trails even camped up on a lot of the ridges. My Hawaiian friends would tell me to be careful as to some of the illegal growing up in the woods above Honolulu I am glad to see the highway to heaven may be opening up again in the near future. That was one of my favorites I had completed it 4 times in 4 years back when it was legal

[thoramt]

Amazing! Thanks for the GREAT info. Really appreciate your advice. We are planning our hikes based on your advice.

[paulinechu]

You are awesome! Loved all the information ！

[PhillipSoto]

Definitely saving this! GREAT video!!!

[takatomon]

Fantastic video! I've been to Oahu but haven't had the opportunity to do much hiking there. Planning to go back once travelling is allowed and be back for Oahu trip #3!

[nd]

Thanks for the information very nice video !!

[Peter-wywl]

Aloha.~
Beautiful 😻
Thank you so much.
You have a great day.
I love 💕 Hawaii.
Mahalo.~
내고향 하와이 🌺 돌아가고싶어요.~~~

[cwillysz]

Useful guide, thanks for putting this together. Bookmarking this for reference and sharing with friends who are planning trips to the area.

[Gladiatorthugswagx]

Liked and subscribed and didn’t even have a question to ask 😎 Really well put together video

[PFAM]

Excellent video and scenery. Some of those are scary lol (the one with the wide steps). Great video!