Waahila Ridge Trail - Honolulu, HI

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Waahila Ridge Trail


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Waahila Ridge Trail begins at the back of Waahila Ridge State Recreation Area in ironwood and guava trees. It traverses alternately between open ridge and forest as it gradually ascends up the ridge between Manoa and Palolo Valleys. It offers spectacular views of Manoa, Palolo, Honolulu and the Koolau Range. Native Hawaiian plants are common along the upper portions of this trail, including koa and ohia lehua. This trail can also be a good place to observe amakihi and apapane. Waahila Ridge Trail ends at an intersection with Kolowalu Trail. Hikers may continue down Kolowalu Trail, which descends steeply down into the back of Manoa Valley.

Facilities: No facilities are provided on Waahila Ridge Trail.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Waahila Ridge Trail.

Best Time To Visit: Waahila Ridge Trail is open year round.

Fees: Unknown

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: Do not go up to the summit beyond the Kolowalu/Waahila junction - it is a Restricted Watershed Area. Stay on the trail. Keep dogs on leash. Pack out at least what you pack in. No open fires.

Directions: To reach Waahila Ridge Trail from Honolulu, take Waialae Avenue to St. Louis Drive Wind up the road, turning right on Peter St. near the top. At the end of Peter, turn left on Ruth St., continuing into Waahila Ridge State Recreation Area. Park in the provided parking lot and follow trailhead signs.

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Waahila Ridge Trail

Kolowalu Trail
Waahila Ridge State Recreation Area

Address

Hawaii State Parks-Oahu District

1151 Punchbowl Street, 131

P.O. Box 621

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii 96809

Phone
General: (808) 587-0300

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