Manoa Falls at a Glance
The Manoa Falls trail on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, is one of
the most popular hikes in the Honolulu area, mainly
because it’s easily accessible from Waikiki, either via
car or city bus, and it’s classified as an “easy” hike.
A short drive out of Waikiki towards Manoa Valley and
you can be surrounded by a tropical bamboo and
rainforest. Many Oahu tour hiking tour operators take
their guests here.
Another factor that makes the Manoa Falls trail is a
favorite hiking destination for many is that its
highlight, the 150-foot waterfall awaits after an easy
30-minute walk up to the top of the mountain. The
waterfall is bigger if it has recently rained. During
the hot and dry summer months, it’s hardly more than a
small dribble.
The water cascades down from the mountain into a small
pool. Even though it looks inviting, it is not
recommended to swim in it because of the risk of rock
slides, which have occurred in this area. It’s also not
safe to drink the water because of leptospirosis
contamination. But it’s a nice spot for taking pictures.
The entire trail is about 1.5 miles long. The trail can
be slippery if it’s raining. It rains more often here
than in Waikiki and along the coastline. The trail is in
a rainforest, so even if it’s dry and sunny in Waikiki,
it often times is raining here. Check the conditions
before you go (a quick glimpse towards the mountains
will give you the answer – if you see dark clouds, it’s
probably raining in the valley).
Bring a water bottle and insect repellant with you and
wear comfortable hiking shoes. You will have to climb
over some rocks along the way. Even though the hike is
classified as easy, it may be challenging for people
with knee problems or other conditions.
Manoa Falls in Bullet Points
- Just minutes away from Honolulu and Waikiki
- Easy 1 to 1.5-hour hike (but you should be able to climb
over some small rocks)
- Trail can get quite muddy on rainy days
- Take bus number 5 (Manoa), which leaves from Ala
Moana Shopping Center, all the way to the last station
and then just walk towards the mountains, you'll then
reach the Manoa Falls Trail
Driving Directions to Manoa Falls / Location
Manoa Falls is located at the end of Manoa Road in Honolulu's
neighborhood of Manoa. Take the city bus number 5 all the
way to the last station.
Address: 3860 Manoa Road Honolulu, HI 96822
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Location: Honolulu, HI, US
Wind: 22 mph NE
Humidity: 51%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 29.98 in steady
Sunrise: 6:45 am
Sunset: 5:48 pm
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Low: 75°F
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