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Hilly Trails & Hill Workouts in Hawaii
Hawaii has 16 trails with hills and elevation in this directory, across 3 cities and towns — Honolulu, Aiea, Waimanalo. Climbing and vert — hill repeats, and the strength flat running never builds.
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Diamond Head Crater Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 8,227 reviews
Extinct volcano is a popular hiking destination with a rugged trail leading to panoramic views.
Koko Head District Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 8,062 reviews
Sprawling collection of sports fields, gardens, picnic areas & stairs climbing a volcanic crater.
Mānoa Falls Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,336 reviews
This picturesque rainforest trail leading to Mānoa Falls has appeared in several movies.
Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,119 reviews
Natural hiking area with paved trail & overlook, ocean views, lighthouse & whale-watching potential.
Koko Crater Railway Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 2,262 reviews
Steep hike up an abandoned railroad track on Koko Crater, with dramatic ocean & city views.
Koko Crater Stairs (Summit)
4.9 ★★★★★ 896 reviews
Steep but popular track of 1000+ steps up an old railway line to scenic summit vistas.
ʻAiea Loop Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 779 reviews
Scenic, 5-mi. hiking loop featuring lush tropical vegetation, pools & waterfalls.
Wiliwilinui Ridge Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 606 reviews
Steep reserve trail along a ridge through koa and guava forest & lush native vegetation.
Kuli‘ou‘ou Ridge Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 585 reviews
Hiking trail following a ridge through guava & koa forest leading to a panoramic view at the summit.
Waʻahila Ridge State Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 444 reviews
Forested park along a ridge featuring hiking trails, picnic tables & scenic views of nearby valleys.
Kaʻau Crater Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 442 reviews
Steep jungle trail circling around a crater & past 3 waterfalls, with views of Honolulu & the ocean.
ʻAihualama Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 248 reviews
This short waterfall trail connects to the Pauoa Flats Trail & the Manoa Falls Trail.
Waʻahila Ridge Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 180 reviews
Relaxing park featuring kid-friendly hikes, picnic tables and panoramic views, plus a large pine forest.
Makiki Valley Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 139 reviews
Hiking area featuring tropical vegetation, mosquitoes, and scenic views.
Mauʻumae Ridge Trail (Puʻu Lanipō)
4.7 ★★★★★ 129 reviews
Challenging trail that goes up and down along a ridge, rewarding hikers with valley and mountain views.
Trailhead for Kolowalu and Puʻu Pia Trails
4.6 ★★★★★ 85 reviews
Serene, hilly trail with uneven paths through tropical terrain with abundant birdlife & views.
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