Aiea, Hawaii
Top Spots in and near Aiea
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Honolulu County, Hawaii
Snorkel at Electric Beach
4.5The beach might not be very big but fortunately the Ocean has plenty of space. This is an awesome snorkeling spot. You can see tons of fish. The electric company right across the street has a large pipe that runs into the ocean and releases a heavy amount of hot water. This causes many fish to co...Read more -
Kapolei, Hawaii
Tracks Beach
5.0Coming from Honolulu you'll take the H1 West to the 93 West and just stay on that the whole way until you see the turnoff on your left. From the North Shore, it's a little more complicated, but take the 83 West to the 99 South, jump on the H2 South, then the H1 West to the 93 West (clicking on th...Read more -
Kaaawa, Hawaii
Crouching Lion Trail
4.54 mi / 2000 ft gainNOTE: as of April 2021, this trail is closed indefinitely. Please do not attempt to hike on closed trails. This trail is not for the faint of heart or those easily scared of heights. The crouching lion trail is a 4 mile loop with an elevation gain of 2,000 feet. The elevation gains and losses a...Read more -
Kailua, Hawaii
Kailua Beach Park
4.0Kailua Beach Park, located in the town of Kailua, is a great spot for the whole family. There is a large parking lot with a bathroom and a place to rinse the sand off.Read more -
Kailua, Hawaii
Kayak to Flat (Popoia) Island
Kayaks can be rented in Kailua. Popoia Island, also known as Flat Island, can be seen from Kailua Beach Park and is a short paddle out.Rental Options: Kailua Beach Adventures Two Good KayaksRead more -
Kailua, Hawaii
Lanikai Pillboxes (Kaiwa Ridge) Trail
4.91.76 mi / 686 ft gainThe hikeThe Lanikai Pillbox Trail, also known as the Kaiwa Ridge Trail, is a well-maintained, dog-friendly hike. The pathway is relatively accessible to hikers of varying skill levels, and it takes many people between 30 and 45 minutes to complete the walk. The beginning of the trail is steep w...Read more -
Kailua, Hawaii
Lanikai Beach
4.4During the weekdays the beach is relatively empty, but on weekends during peak tourist season it can become extremely crowded. Lanikai is a popular spot for photo shoots as renowned models and photographers frequent the place on nice days. Due to its position on the east side of the island, Lanik...Read more -
Kailua, Hawaii
Paddle to Moku Nui
5.0There are two islands off the coast of Kailua known as the Mokulua or 'Mokes'. The island on the right, Moku Iki, is off-limits. However, the larger of the two islands, Moku Nui, is accessible via a 30 minute kayak, SUP or outrigger.You can push off from Kailua Beach Park for a longer paddle or h...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Kuli'ou'ou Ridge Trail
4.74.54 mi / 1765 ft gainThe view from the Kuliouou summit is one of the most rewarding on the island and well worth your time. This diverse hike is somewhere between a beginner and intermediate level and takes 2-4 hours, depending on your pace. The trail is well maintained and very popular on the weekend. Start early to...Read more -
Waimanalo, Hawaii
Kick Back at Bellows Field Beach Park
5.0Bellows Field Beach Park is near the Bellows Air Force Base. It has a campground, but remains relatively uncrowded when compared to other beaches on Oahu. It has lush trees and beautiful mountain views. There are small waves, good for boogie boarding. Note: - Look for signs warning of Portugu...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Kuliʻouʻou Beach
5.0Kuliʻouʻou Beach Park is located just off of Bay Street in the Hawaii Kai neighborhood of East Honolulu, Hawaii. There is a parking lot with additional street parking nearby. The beach offers a very shallow shelf for quite a ways offshore. This doesn't make for a great place to swim, but is good...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Cliff Jump at China Walls
5.0I was told about this spot by a friend who lived there for a little, and it turned out to be amazing. The waves break and crash right against the wall where you can catch a wave or just jump right in. No long beach to walk on, few people, and amazing blue water.Head towards Koko Kai Mini Beach Pa...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Spitting Cave
0.27 mi / 161 ft gainSpitting Cave is a short loop trail located in Eastern Honolulu, Hawaii near Hanauma Bay. The trail is a little steep and rocky, sturdy shoes are recommended. This is a great location to see the sunset if you'r e near Hawaii Kai during the right time of day.Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Snorkel at Hanauma Bay
4.3With a high fish populations, calm shallow water, and white sand, Hanauma Bay is the perfect snorkeling destination on Oahu. Large reefs teeming with marine life are located a short swim from shore. The water is calm, and the bay is protected from waves, making it a great spot for beginners and a...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Koko Head Crater Trail
4.41.6 mi / 961 ft gainWhile hiking up the Koko Head trail, don't get too intimidated, there are grandparents and young kids hiking up these tracks. Take a sip of water, muster your mental toughness, and put one foot in front of the other along the rail trail. Once you're moving, there's no way you'll turn back! When y...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Koko Head Botanical Garden
5.01.71 mi / 276 ft gainKoko Head Botanical Garden is a loop trail offering a hike for the whole family. The trail is wide, well-marked, with minimal elevation gain. Along the loop, the sections are well-marked with information about which regions of the world the vegetation is native to. You can complete the loop clock...Read more