Hawaii Counties
5 counties with mapped trails or parks in Hawaii. Pick one to see what’s there.
Hiking guides for Hawaii
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Hawaii, Ranked
Hawaii's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichHawaii's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Hawaii trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Hawaii
Ten gentle, well-marked Hawaii trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Hawaii
Hawaii's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Hawaii
Federal parks and recreation areas in Hawaii ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Hawaii: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Hawaii's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.