Outdoors in Honolulu

ʻAʻala Park

Puʻu ʻUalakaʻa State Wayside

A 1,048-ft. hill with impressive views, picnic tables & restrooms, just a short hike from the road.

Booth District Park

Makiki District Park

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

Ala Moana Beach

Tall palms dot this sandy beach with calm water for swimming, a relaxed atmosphere & sunset views.

Point panic

Kaʻau Crater Trail

Steep jungle trail circling around a crater & past 3 waterfalls, with views of Honolulu & the ocean.

Waikiki Friday Fireworks

Waʻahila Ridge State Recreation Area

Forested park along a ridge featuring hiking trails, picnic tables & scenic views of nearby valleys.

Sand Island Beach

Koko Kai Beach Mini Park

Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden

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

Hanauma Bay Ridge Trail

Kuliʻouʻou Beach Park

Mākālei Beach Park

Oceanside park featuring a small beach used by surfers, plus a tree-shaded area with picnic tables.

Manoa Valley District Park

Waikiki Yacht Club

Kuli‘ou‘ou Ridge Trailhead

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

Lē'ahi Beach Park

Wiliwilinui Ridge Trail

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