Tips For Hiking In Hawaii

Hawaii is like the land of milk and honey when it comes to hiking and seeing the great outdoors. There are hundreds of state sanctioned and maintained trails scattered throughout the Hawaiian Islands. There is probably closer to thousands of trails Hawaii when you take into account these tracks are old and not even discovered yet.

Hawaii is really like "sky walks". You can walk on lava places or just go on a scenic easy to some great views. Discover the historic sites and maybe even see wild pigs, rare birds and beautiful Hawaiian flora.

If you are an experienced hiker or a beginner just looking to delve into the adventurous side for the first time hiking, there are some things you should know first about Walking in Hawaii

Where is the best hiking in Hawaii?

Well, for starters, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island of Hawaii has over 150 miles of hiking alone.

Waipio Valley also has some amazing and picturesque hiking trails.

Do not worry if you spend a little time in Waikiki and Oahu has great trails to waterfalls, ruins and lookouts.

3 Tips for hiking in Hawaii

Wear proper clothing

Yes, it's Hawaii. If you wear sandals or flip-flops, then you just ask to slip and fall.

Pay attention to warning signs and warnings

Some beginners trails end up in Hawaii, then you will find the beginning of the most difficult are not for beginners. For example, Wa'ahila Ridge Trail in Oahu is an easy to moderate walk. It ends, however, with a nice big sign that says "END SERVICED ESCAPE".

First aid kit, a cell phone and a friend

Never walk alone. The first aid kit can be useful in a multitude of situations. The mobile phone (you will usually be covered) is along just in case and to take pictures of Hawaiian hiking adventures!