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Summary: This is an excellent and leisurely hike. It does get steep in places but nothing that an average hiker can't handle. Wear hiking boots due to the fact that it is a rainforest and the ground can be slippery. Watch for beautiful flowers and mini waterfalls on your way up. The bamboo forest is an awe to look at. People insist on etching their names in the bamboo trunks and the earliest date I found was 1974. The trail is graded and well maintained, however there are spots that are unmaintained so always make sure you have a good footing. The plant life is immense, I have no doubt that anyone could get excellent pictures for their photo album. On the way there it is up hill and on the wayback is downhill. Just before reaching the waterfall, a brief boulder climb is required. It's not too hard since I took my two year old and wife with me on this hike. They had a blast! Trailhead: Head out West Manoa Road which is just north of Honolulu and west of pacific cemetary. Drive to the end and you will find the starting and ending point. (Lat:21.34319 Lon:-157.79808) Trail Guides for Manoa Falls: Oahu Trails by Kathy Morey (Wilderness Press) Oahu Trails by Kathy Morey (Wilderness Press) Oahu Trails by Kathy Morey (Wilderness Press) Best Seasons: Spring, Summer, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Depatment of the state Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Chad Grishaber Trail Reviews Page 1 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Brian on 12/30/2007 This is a magestic rain forest hike with a spectacular waterfall at the end! The trail head is about a 20min drive from Waikiki (Hale Koa hotel), and the hike ~30min up if going nonstop. Today it was WET and MUDDY, bring an extra pair of shoes and a sturdy hiking stick, maybe gloves. It was misty and cool in the mountains, for a perfect "rain forest" feel, with lush vegetation and babbling rapids in the stream along the way. If you come to Waikiki, you can't pass this gem up! Just paid the $5 parking fee for the convenience and security. No mosquitoes, just mud. 
Reviewed by Dan on 2/20/2007 First rate waterfall. Splendid hike. Read my hike report here at Dan's Hiking Pages: simpsoncity.com/hiking/oahu/manoa.html
Reviewed by Vivette on 7/12/2006 This was a great hike! Took 3 little ones and they also enjoyed it. It was alittle crowded once we got to the fall but well worth it. At the parking lot they offer free bug repellent, I suggest you make full use of it, because it is a moist hike and there were mosquitos. We wore flip flops and wished we wore tenny shoes. But the scenery was gorgeous. Would definetely hike it again...
Reviewed by Geoff on 7/8/2006 Did the walk from the Hilton Hawaiian Village, it took 4.5 hours altogether but was worth it. drinks for $1 at the car park. Lovely mornings walk.
Reviewed by HawaiianEar on 7/29/2005 ALERT: Do not park your car at the Manoa Falls trailhead. Instead park it the residential area of Manoa Road. Just about every day, some cars are broken into when parked at the trail head. Remember to bring plenty of water. Manoa stream is contaminated with E. coli and Leptospirosis. Also check the weather. High winds will cause tree limbs and branches to land on or near your person. During wet weather the trail can be VERY slippery. About once a week the Honolulu Fire Department has to haul someone out. SUGGESTION: Gas up and use the rest rooms Chevron station on East Manoa Road as there are no facilities anywhere on the trail to Manoa Fall. The area is sometimes hunted for pigs using a pack of dogs.
Reviewed by Tracey on 9/4/2004 My husband and I loved this hike. We wore our sandals and it was a bit slippery but totally managable. Most of the people seemed to be locals and were extremely nice to talk to. I highly recommend this stop.
Reviewed by GK on 3/3/2004 You are totally right - this reporter is WAY off with his information. See: http://www.backyardoahu.com/mnoa1.htm
Reviewed by Pat on 3/2/2004 I live less than a mile away from the trailhead, and I have walked up to Manoa Falls many times. I would like to amend the review by Chad. It is not near Pearl City; it is right in the middle of Honolulu. The elevation gain is slight, no where near 1600 feet! I doubt if it is more than 200 ft. This easy hike starts at the very end of Manoa Road. (On a map of Honolulu, this is east of Punchbowl Cemetery.) I share Chad's enthusiasm for the beauty of the hike. The trail has been upgraded recently due to an increase in visitors. However, you are not able to swim in the pool at the base of the falls any more. Due to mudslide concerns, you have to stop a few yards before reaching the falls, and view them from a safe distance. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Hawaii Hiking, Hawaii Trails, Hawaii Hikes, Honolulu County Hiking, Honolulu County Trails, Honolulu County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||