Oʻahu trail guide · Koolaupoko
Maunawili Trail
Plan Maunawili Trail with its official route map, difficulty, access details, weather, UV, rainfall, and estimated mud and water-flow conditions.
Also known as: Maunawili Demonstration Trail
Trail facts
- Region: Koolaupoko
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Length: 10 miles
- Elevation range: 500 feet
- Managed by: Hawaiʻi DLNR — Nā Ala Hele
- Trail type: STANDARD
- Access status: VERIFY
Trail features
Hike, Nature Study
Amenities
None
Route orientation
Listed start: Nuuanu Pali Lookout. Listed end: Waimanalo. Confirm the actual route and return path with the land manager's current map.
Mapped hazards
Cliffs, Footing
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 10-mile length does not account for detours, rests or the time needed to return. Access has not been verified; confirm the current status with the land manager.
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.