Oʻahu trail guide · Honolulu

Diamond Head Summit Trail

Plan Diamond Head Summit Trail with its official route map, difficulty, access details, weather, UV, rainfall, and estimated mud and water-flow conditions.

Also known as: Diamond Head Trail · Lēʻahi Summit Trail · Leahi Trail

Trail facts

  • Region: Honolulu
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 1.6 miles
  • Elevation gain: 560 feet
  • Managed by: Hawaiʻi DLNR — Division of State Parks
  • Trail type: STANDARD
  • Access status: RESTRICTED

Trail features

Historic military structures, Crater, Coastal views

Amenities

Restrooms, parking, interpretive signs

Mapped hazards

Heat, sun exposure, steep stairs, tunnel, uneven footing

Access planning

Admission is controlled; reservations are required for non-Hawaiʻi residents.

Conditions note: Weather, mud and water-flow information are planning estimates, not safety ratings. Check official alerts, closures and access requirements before visiting.

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