Near Makiki Valley Loop
The vines.
Near Makiki Valley Loop
The tunnel.
Near Makiki Valley Loop
One of the ridges.
Near Makiki Valley Loop
Lots of neat trees.
Near Makiki Valley Loop
Stream crossing.

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Makiki Valley Loop

3.8 (13 Ratings)
A loop hike in the Koolau range in Honolulu; a good geocache trail if you geocache.
3.2
mi
Distance
1,159
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViewsWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.18mi
Distance
1,159ft
Elevation Gain
1,159ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
1,088ft
High Point
268ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The Makiki Valley Loop is actually a combination of the Kanealole Trail, the Maunalaha Trail, and the Makiki Valley Trail. It is a little over three miles round trip. The east (right side from the trailhead) has a bit steeper pitch/climb to it. So you can adjust the direction of the loop depending on if you want a little more or less climb. The trail has enough pitch to get your heart rate up, but isn't so taxing that kids can't do it. There are some nice city views. There is a stream running through the middle. There are a couple waterfalls visible from the trail, but you have to look for them. There are also some scenic vegetation areas. Geocachers alert: There are about 20 geocaches hidden along this trail.
History & Background
This trail is maintained by the State of Hawaii.

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Contributors
Pavlina Marek