Oahu Hiking Trails

Kaneohe to Kualoa
(Central Koolau Range - Windward)

 Oahu - the Capital Isle


Mokolii Island (Chinaman's Hat) viewed from Kualoa Mokolii Island
Chinaman's Hat

A nifty but dangerous climb awaits you on this islet's west side, a wave-swept, rocky shoreline on its east side. Truly a spectacular way to view Oahu's windward coastline, especially at sunrise!
Upper portion of Waikane Trail near summit Waikane Trail
Waikane Saddle

This secluded, woodsy hike breaks out on the Waikane-Kahana saddle in the shadow of colossal Puu Ohulehule. The windswept graded trail is etched into the head of Kahana Valley and leads you to the Koolau crest.
On the Waiahole Ditch Trail Waiahole Ditch Trail
Waiahole Contour

This widely-graded contour trail was built to construct and maintain the triple-valley network of Waiahole Ditch's underground water tunnels. Hike in and out of numerous gullies while traversing the backs of Waiahole, Waikane, and Kahana Valleys.
On the trail, view of Puu Maelieli Puu Maelieli Trail
A stubby hill along the windward coast, wedged between Ahuimanu and Kaneohe, this short hike brings you a panorama of Kaneohe Bay, from Mokapu to Kualoa.
Looking down on Haiku Stairs and H-3 Haiku Stairs
Stairway to Heaven, Haiku Ladder

This set of stairs, tucked into the cliffs above Haiku Valley, reaches for the crest of the Koolaus. Its frequent disappearance into the clouds has earned it the name "Stairway to Heaven". And what cherubic windward vistas await, heavenly views privy to birds and angels alike.




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