Outdoors in Honolulu

Kuli‘ou‘ou Ridge Trailhead

Hiking trail following a ridge through guava & koa forest leading to a panoramic view at the summit.

Wawamalu Beach

ʻAiea Loop Trailhead

Scenic, 5-mi. hiking loop featuring lush tropical vegetation, pools & waterfalls.

Kapolei Regional Park

Pūpūkea Beach Park

Scenic area popular for snorkeling, with abundant sea creatures & fish to be spotted.

Magic Island

Makiki District Park

Public park that offers open green space, community gardens, sports fields & an outdoor pool.

Wiliwilinui Ridge Trail

Steep reserve trail along a ridge through koa and guava forest & lush native vegetation.

Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden

Set on the late queen's former land, this 7.5-acre botanical garden showcases indigenous plants.

Hawaiian Electric Beach Park

Keaīwa Heiau State Recreation Area

This hiking & picnic area above Pearl Harbor features temple ruins & a panoramic, forested trail.

Ala Wai Community Park

Green space along the Ala Wai canal boasting a jogging path, basketball court & field for sports.

Manoa Valley District Park

Diamond Head Visitor Center [1]

Puaʻena Point Beach Park

Rocky, sandy shoreline with tide pools & small waves suitable for those new to surfing.

Kaka'ako Farmers Market

Saturday-morning market offering local produce, meat & seafood, plus artisan handicraft items.

Manoa Falls

Scenic waterfall accessible by a short, beginner-friendly rainforest hike with streams & groves.

Kewalo Basin Harbor

Lyon Arboretum

194-acre tropical rainforest features 5,000 exotic plants, singing birds & a self-guided hike.

ʻEhukai Pillbox Trail

Short but steep hike passing several WWII "pillbox" bunkers, with summit views of the North Shore.