Oʻahu trail guide · Central Oʻahu / Schofield to Windward
Schofield-Waikane Trail
Plan Schofield-Waikane Trail with its official route map, difficulty, access details, weather, UV, rainfall, and estimated mud and water-flow conditions.
Also known as: Schofield–Waikāne Trail · Schofield Waikane Trail · Schofield-Waikāne Trail
Trail facts
- Region: Central Oʻahu / Schofield to Windward
- Difficulty: Intermediate / Expert
- Length: 14 miles
- Elevation gain: 1200 feet
- Elevation range: 700 feet
- Managed by: U.S. Army Garrison Hawaiʻi / Hawaiʻi DLNR Nā Ala Hele
- Trail type: STANDARD
- Access status: RESTRICTED
Trail features
Hike, Nature Study
Amenities
None
Route orientation
Listed start: End Schofield-Waikane Access. Listed end: Koʻolau summit overlooking Waikāne; return by the same route. Confirm the actual route and return path with the land manager's current map.
Mapped hazards
Cliffs, Footing
Access planning
Written U.S. Army permission is required. Submit a signed request at least 10 business days before the requested hike and carry the approval letter during the hike. Army guidance lists access on weekends from sunrise to sunset after approval.
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 14-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.