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Short hikes, big views

Five climbs under two hours that end at a view.

5 placesA full day

Pick places One by one

• D1. Diamond Head (Lēʻahi) summit trailThe classic. Book the timed entry.Waikīkī & Diamond HeadPaid entry›
• L2. Lanikai Pillbox (Kaʻiwa Ridge)The Mokulua islands from the pillboxes.WindwardFree to visit›
• M3. Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse TrailPaved, windy, whales in winter.East sideFree to visit›
• K4. Koko Crater Railway TrailShort but steep. Bring water.East sideFree to visit›
• ʻ5. ʻEhukai Pillbox HikeThe North Shore from above Pipeline.North ShoreFree to visit›

Started from the pins on Flashpacking America’s Oʻahu maps (the map). Places and notes checked and written by us; opening times change, so check before you go.