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Take the family for a hike through Oahu’s forest preserves and enjoy the beautiful tropical landscape. If you plan right, you’ll end up at one of Oahu’s many beautiful waterfalls.

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MANOA FALLS

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Waimano Falls

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Waimea Falls

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Maunawili Falls

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likeke Falls

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LAIE Falls

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Lulumahu Falls

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swipe up

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OAHU

Waterfall Hikes

Take the family for a hike through Oahu’s forest preserves and enjoy the beautiful tropical landscape. If you plan right, you’ll end up at one of Oahu’s many beautiful waterfalls.

MANOA FALLS

Manoa Valley is part of a lush rainforest in the heart of Oahu. The waterfall is reliant on heavy rainfall that the valley thrives on all year.

Waimano Falls

Waimano Falls is one of the best hikes in Hawaii for beginners and families with young kids.

Waimea Falls

The walk is scenic, with beautiful trees, tropical plants, and even some peacocks that live in the botanical garden!

Maunawili Falls

Maunawili Falls is found near Kailua and is a top Oahu destination. It’s the perfect spot for adventurous hikers to experience an adrenaline rush!

likeke Falls

This is a nice hike through a tropical jungle with scenic overlooks of the Pali and Ko’olau Mountains! And there are arrows on the trees pointing the way.

LAIE Falls

The hike is an adventure on its own. You’ll see tall pines, bamboo groves, strawberry guava trees, and exposed ridges.

Lulumahu Falls

The start of the trail can be difficult to find, but once you do, you’re in for an adventure! It’s one of the coolest hiking trails Oahu has for fearless hikers.

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