Oʻahu trail guide · Honolulu
Hawailoa Ridge Trail
Plan Hawailoa Ridge Trail with its official route map, difficulty, access details, weather, UV, rainfall, and estimated mud and water-flow conditions.
Also known as: Hawaiʻi Loa Ridge Trail · Hawaii Loa Ridge
Trail facts
- Region: Honolulu
- Difficulty: Difficult
- Length: 3.5 miles
- Elevation range: 1700 feet
- Managed by: Hawaiʻi DLNR — Nā Ala Hele
- Trail type: STANDARD
- Access status: RESTRICTED
Trail features
Hike, Nature Study, Hunt, Camp, Bio Sens
Amenities
Parking, Bench
Route orientation
Listed start: Ikena Circle-water tank. Listed end: Koolau summit ridge. Confirm the actual route and return path with the land manager's current map.
Mapped hazards
Cliff, Footing, Hunters, Landslide, Narrow Trail
Access planning
Access passes through a private community gate. Explain hiking purpose to gate staff and follow current community rules.
Plan for the terrain
Recent rain can leave steps, roots and rock slick after skies clear. Consider heat, shade, footing and the return trip as well as the forecast.
The listed 3.5-mile length does not account for detours, rests or the time needed to return. Check for new closures or restrictions before travel.
Check before you leave
- Read the latest National Weather Service forecast and alerts for the trail area.
- Confirm the manager’s current access and permit rules, including the intended entry point.
- Share your route and expected return time with someone, and choose a lower-exposure alternative if conditions change.
National Weather Service Honolulu · Hawaiʻi State Parks notices
Trail-specific official sources
Conditions note: Weather, mud and water-flow information are planning estimates, not safety ratings or official warnings. Read the observation time in the live trail view; no live reading is implied by this page.