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The Pali Notches are both a historic landmark and a notorious challenge for hikers on O‘ahu. Tucked just off the Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout,...

Pillboxes — small concrete military bunkers — are scattered throughout the Hawaiian Islands. Built during World War II as coastal lookout...

Located on Oʻahu’s lush windward coast, the Kahekili-Manamana traverse is an iconic adventure and one of the most thrilling ridge hikes...

Located on the far northwest tip of Oʻahu, Kaʻena Point Trail is a remote gem that offers a little bit of everything. This casual...

While Hawaii is known for its pristine white-sand beaches, it also hides a few geological surprises. Among them is a red sand beach,...

Wait what? Snow in Hawaii? Did I read that title correctly? Yes, you did. And while Mauna Loa, the volcanic mountain located on the Big...

Ridge hiking Oʻahu’s Koʻolau Range can be a grueling experience. It often involves steep scrambles, razor-thin ridges, overgrown trails,...

Kauai is one of the most popular filming locations in Hawaii. It’s hard to beat the island’s rich foliage and the mix of flat valleys and...

One of the more maintained trails on Oʻahu, the Aiea Loop is a great, beginner-friendly wooded escape. Admire the lush greenery, listen...

Caves aren’t necessarily the first natural feature that comes to mind when you think of Hawaii. But there are quite a few of them—many...

Located on Oahu’s west side, this moderately challenging ridge hike offers a fantastic way to explore the area. A steep but short trail...

Only flowing after heavy rains, Kalauao Falls is a secluded beauty that showcases the raw power of Oahu’s rainforest. However, reaching...

Perched on the western side of Oahu, Mount Kaʻala stands proudly as the island's highest peak—and the only summit to break the 4,000-foot...

Located on Oahu, this challenging ridge trail offers breathtaking rewards for those willing to earn them. Starting from the Aiea Loop...

Kilauea Iki is a must-see hike in Volcanoes National Park (VNP), offering a journey through Hawaii’s volcanic history. Traverse a lush...

This ridge hike, nestled in Maui's Western Mountain Range, is one of the island's finest trails. The sometimes steep path winds through...

The Nā Pali Coast is one of the most stunning places in all of Hawaiʻi (arguably the world) and this hike to Hanakapi'ai Falls gives you...

This short but spectacular ridge hike on Oʻahu offers a thrilling ascent, narrow ridges, and nonstop views of the island’s lush windward...

Towering 13,807 feet (4,207 meters) above sea level, Mauna Kea is the highest peak in all of the Hawaiian Islands. But summiting this...

A short and simple hike near the stunning (and very spendy) Four Seasons Resort, this trail gives you a gorgeous vantage of Lanai’s...