This past weekend, my girlfriend and our dog all went up to hike Manoa Falls. It’s located in Manoa by Paradise Park. I would suggest parking in the residential area and walking through Paradise Park since they charge $5 for parking. And from the residential area, it only takes about 5 minutes to get to the beginning of the hike.

The hike is actually a very fun hike. It’s only 1.5 miles long, with most of the hike shaded. It’s a pretty easy hike, so if you are looking for a “real” hike, this isn’t the one for you. It’s a hike where you take in the nature of it all, and walk through a bamboo forest, rainforest, and finally reaching the base of the Ko’oaus Mountain where you can view a waterfall that drops down 150 feet into a small pool.

The trail can get a bit tough for those who don’t hike much, since there are areas where you have to climb a little bit up rocks and such, but it’s still relatively easy. The only thing I would recommend is to check the weather before you go. If it’s raining, I wouldn’t recommend going. This is because most of the trail is dirt, so when it gets muddy, it’s very easy to slip on the rocks with the mud, where you can slide over the ridge or down onto the large rocks. Besides that, it’s a pretty fun hike. Our little chihuahua-toy fox terrier mix was able to make all the jumps except for just a few, and he had a great time too. So if you have a dog, they allow you to bring him/her along, but you have to make sure they are on a leash.

Have fun on the hike! It’s not only a great workout, but it also gives you a chance to take in the beauty of Hawaii!