Diamond Head Hiking Trail
Overview
This is a easy out and back trail in Diamond Head State Monument. Approximately 1.7 miles in and out. There are lots of stairs to climb and there is one part that is a bit tight at the top that you have to climb through, but can be bypassed via another route if preferred. Views are amazing, but be forewarned, there are a lot of people on top all cramming to take that perfect shot in a small space. Continue on through the other walkways to see other vantage points where it's less crowded. However, do expect there to be large crowds from early on and throughout the day. Do get there early. Aside from this it's well worth the hike and experience while in Honolulu. Does not take long and if doing early on you can continue on to see the rest of the island.
Getting Started
If you plan on hiking up do get there as soon as it opens if not a little before. It fills up very quickly and they will turn you away once the parking lot fills up. I got there around 6:20am and it was almost full. Glad we were told about that before heading there by our concierge. Lots of tour buses as well as private cars. Trailhead is close to the parking lot. There are restrooms and and water fountains near the trailhead. There are also food vendors along the side selling shave ice and coconuts, etc. There is a $5 fee per vehicle or $1 per person fee as a walk in when I went. Cash only. Park hours are from 6am to 6pm. Last hikers are let up at 4:30pm.
Taking Children
Very family friendly hike. Very easy for young ones to do. My kids were 5 and 7 when we went. Didn't have any issues whatsoever. Highly recommend for families. Fun, quick hike to get your day started.
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