Kamana Nui

This valley hike takes you 2 miles on a dirt road before plunging into a jungle of lush vegetation. Expect roughly twenty stream crossings, then a very steep climb to the Ko‘olau summit, with stunning views of the windward side! Return the same way.

A $5 donation is requested for each non-member, age 18 or over.

Meet at Moanalua Valley Park at the end of Ala Aolani Street.

Warning: Please be aware that the (limited) parking area beyond the gate is officially for C&C Park users only (not State Trail users). Police have been ticketing if called by C&C park users who can’t find a space. Best to park on Ala Aolani or a side-street.

Elevation Gain: 2,541

Trail Conditions: Stream Crossings, Rock Hopping, slippery roadwalk when wet.

Trail Features: Swimming hole; Scenic views of Moanalua, Ha’iku, Kane’ohe, Stairway to Heaven; Waterfall and airplane crash site on side trail.

Trail Route: Out and back

Native Plants: koa, alaala wai nui, ohia lehua, hapu’u tree ferns, loulu palm, ‘ohi’a ‘ahihi

Moku & Ahupua’a: Kona & Moanalua

Hawaiian Name Meaning: Lit., the large branch or the big power. The two main valleys of the Moanalua ahupua’a are named Kamananui (above Moanalua Golf Course) and Kamanaiki (above Moanalua Gardens).

Historic Information: The government was eyeing Kamana Nui valley as a potential route for H3. The public rallied to document the rich history of the valley and ultimately saved it from development.

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