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5 Best Waterfall Hikes on Maui
See some of the most beautiful views on the Valley Isle from these trails, voted among the best in our 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Hikers Can Hit the Koko Crater Stairs Again
The popular East Honolulu trail reopened this week after being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The 5 Best Hikes for Beginners on Hawaiʻi Island
Soak in the beauty of the Big Isle from these trails, voted the best for novices in our 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Some State Parks in Hawaiʻi Have Reopened For Hiking and Beach Use
But you still have to practice social distancing—and no lounging or loitering.
The Popular Haʻikū Stairs on Oʻahu May Be Saved From Demolition
The Honolulu Board of Water Supply voted to transfer ownership of the land, including the off-limits hike, to the city, which may decide to reopen the stairs.
The 5 Best Expert Hiking Trails on Oʻahu
These five Oʻahu hikes are considered some of the toughest in Hawaiʻi—and they topped our 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards.
How to Hike Oahu's Iconic Diamond Head Crater
Short, steep and sunny, this Oahu trek gives you an unrivaled view of Waikiki, Honolulu and East Oahu.
Explore a Hawaiian Forest and Volcanic Caldera on the Kilauea Iki Trail
After surviving a historic eruption over a year ago, most of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii Island has reopened, including the popular Kilauea Iki trail.
8 Jaw-Dropping Maui Hikes
These Hawaii trails for the adventurous reveal some of Maui’s most incredible natural wonders.
5 Family-Friendly Trails to Explore Hawaii's Natural Beauty
These trails are great ways to explore the tropical outdoors—and tire out the kids, too.
The Best Hiking Trails for Beginners in Hawai‘i
Get out into nature on these easier but no less stunning Oahu, Maui, Kauai and Big Island trails from our 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Hikers Find Beauty and Solitude on Haleakala's Backcountry Trails
Step into another world at Maui’s Haleakala National Park.
Watch: Hiking Oahu's Quick and Beautiful Manoa Falls Trail
These views are definitely worth the trip.
How the Kokonut Koalition is Working to Save Koko Crater Trail
After years of neglect and erosion, avid hikers of the Koko Crater Trail are working to restore their favorite trek.
Hiking to the Scenic Summit of Oahu's Wiliwilinui Ridge Trail
A peaceful East Oahu trek offers stellar views of the Koolau Mountains and the island.
See the Wonders of Kauai's Nualolo Valley on This Napali Coast Ridge Hike
Ancient Hawaiian trails connect the ridges above Nualolo and Awaawapuhi Valleys in Kokee State Park.
How to Trek North Shore's Scenic Ehukai Pillbox Hike
Short, steep and shady, this Oahu trail gives you an unrivaled view of the North Shore.
Breathtaking Views Await Atop Kailua's Lanikai Pillbox Trail
The Kaiwa Ridge Trail, better known as the Pillbox trail, rewards hikers with a 360-degree view of Lanikai and the Windward Side.
Hiking Moanalua Middle Ridge on Oʻahu, an All-Day, Experts-Only Adventure
A thrilling mountain ridge in Central Oʻahu leads to summit views of the Windward Side.
Hiking the Pipiwai Trail to Waimoku Falls at Haleakala National Park
Twelve miles past Hana, in the Kipahulu district, bamboo forests and an incredible waterfall awaits in the jungle.
5 Tips for Hiking Mini Crouching Lion From an Expert Hiker
We spoke to our January/February issue's cover photographer about tips for reaching it and how to best capture the view.
Backpacking the Muliwai Trail to Waimanu Valley on Hawaii Island
The trail is the only accessible route to this verdant valley.
