Manoa Falls

Nice hike, pretty viewpoint of the tall waterfall. Although I recommend to bring bug spray. They have some available for purchase. (I recommend this because there was mosquitoes)

Gorgeous hike! 1 mile from the overflow parking lot to the top. Slippery and ammonia little muddy, but nothing too crazy. Take your time and enjoy the incredible valley flora. 10/10!

This is an excellent way for everyone to see a beautiful Hawaii waterfall! This is a paved walk up a gentle incline. We didn’t use, the they also have electric carts available for those who can’t make the hike up. The waterfall includes a spot to swim up close for great pics. Life jackets are available for no charge. There is a charge for admission but there is plenty to see and learn along the way. As an added bonus, both times I’ve visited, I’ve seen the peacock on the way to the restroom.

Nice hike but the waterfall much dissapointing especially on a sunny days. And for those that hope to swim/bath in its waters... signs say the water is contaminated and what they fo not say on sunny days very shallow.

Breathtaking views... Highly recommend this hike. Truly like stepping into a movie dreamscape, this place has tropical forest greenery I thought you could only dream of. The waterfall at the end isn't really the highlight of the hike, it's the views along the way. The hike is medium difficulty, a bit slippy and your shoes will get dirty, but it's not too strenuous or difficult for the average person.

Nice short hike with steady elevation climb Parking is paid at the lot entrance, there is one lower and upper lot. Highly recommend to bring a poncho, umbrella, and waterproof clothing as this area experiences high levels of rainfall The trail and get muddy and slippery, however the hike can be done within an hour with a brisk pace

Great hike and fun for the whole family. Is definitely muddy and slippery in parts so wear good shoes! Pay to park- $7 per card or military/kamaaina- $4.

Easy 2.3km round trip hike into the falls. Parking was $7 and we had no problem finding parking on a Thursday 11am. The trail was slippery at time but doable with careful footing and good footwear. The falls at the end was a little underwhelming but the trail with the lucious trees and views were worth coming to. It was mostly flat and more of an uphill stair climb towards the end. You may want to bring mosquito repellant as my husband was feasted on although I was fine.

Nice hike, pretty viewpoint of the tall waterfall. Although I recommend to bring bug spray. They have some available for purchase. (I recommend this because there was mosquitoes)

Gorgeous hike! 1 mile from the overflow parking lot to the top. Slippery and ammonia little muddy, but nothing too crazy. Take your time and enjoy the incredible valley flora. 10/10!

This is an excellent way for everyone to see a beautiful Hawaii waterfall! This is a paved walk up a gentle incline. We didn’t use, the they also have electric carts available for those who can’t make the hike up. The waterfall includes a spot to swim up close for great pics. Life jackets are available for no charge. There is a charge for admission but there is plenty to see and learn along the way. As an added bonus, both times I’ve visited, I’ve seen the peacock on the way to the restroom.

Nice hike but the waterfall much dissapointing especially on a sunny days. And for those that hope to swim/bath in its waters... signs say the water is contaminated and what they fo not say on sunny days very shallow.

Breathtaking views... Highly recommend this hike. Truly like stepping into a movie dreamscape, this place has tropical forest greenery I thought you could only dream of. The waterfall at the end isn't really the highlight of the hike, it's the views along the way. The hike is medium difficulty, a bit slippy and your shoes will get dirty, but it's not too strenuous or difficult for the average person.

Nice short hike with steady elevation climb Parking is paid at the lot entrance, there is one lower and upper lot. Highly recommend to bring a poncho, umbrella, and waterproof clothing as this area experiences high levels of rainfall The trail and get muddy and slippery, however the hike can be done within an hour with a brisk pace

Great hike and fun for the whole family. Is definitely muddy and slippery in parts so wear good shoes! Pay to park- $7 per card or military/kamaaina- $4.

Easy 2.3km round trip hike into the falls. Parking was $7 and we had no problem finding parking on a Thursday 11am. The trail was slippery at time but doable with careful footing and good footwear. The falls at the end was a little underwhelming but the trail with the lucious trees and views were worth coming to. It was mostly flat and more of an uphill stair climb towards the end. You may want to bring mosquito repellant as my husband was feasted on although I was fine.

Gorgeous tropical rainforest. You're in for a treat with this hike. It took my partner and me about an hour to hike up and down, so about 30 minutes each way. We visited in early September and the waterfall was nice but it didn't have too much water. Due to health concerns, you are not allowed to swim at the bottom of the waterfall as the water is contaminated. Instead of wearing your swim suit, be sure to wear good hiking gear. I would bring the following to the hike: - Hiking shoes: The trail is pretty rocky so good hiking boots or shoes will help. I brought my running shoes, but honestly I wish I had worn sturdier shoes due to the rocks. I can totally see how this trail could be slippery during the raining season. - Water bottle: The humidity is crazy and you will be sweating as you hike up the trail, so don't forget to stay hydrated. - Mosquito repellent and sunscreen: As you walk through the rainforest, you will notice that there are plenty of mosquitos, so be sure to apply mosquito repellent to avoid getting mosquito bites. Additionally, don't forget your sunscreen. - Money: Parking is $7 and you will pay before you enter the parking lot. Once you're finish with the hike, I recommend you treat yourself to some Dole Whip available at the guest center. There are restrooms available and a small store with treats for purchase. Overall, this is a perfect hike to explore the scenic tropical paradise!

This is a tourist attraction but with the trip. I took my friend that came out of town and we were able to do it in the pouring rain. The trail is very well maintained, rocky with some high steps but most people can manage, just take your time. The trial is a small constant climb up to the falls and then back down to the parking lot. There are some trail heads off of this trail but if you are not a hiker stick to the out and back. Parking is $7 for visitors, unless you are military or Kama'aina then it is only $4 to park. They do offer bug spray if you forgot yours as you will need it on a normal day. They also sell ponchos during rainy days like the day I went. I didn't buy one but I saw many with them.

I thought this hike would be crowded but it turned out not to be the case, the first part is more of a rock trail, but once at the falls you can you up to the be t part which is a mix or rock, first and roots. The falls are beautiful and relatively easy to get to but the next part is a bit harder and well worth the 2 hours (round trip) it took! I would recommend as an intermediate hike. 4/10 difficulty

I did this hike in November so it was pretty wet and muddy. It is for sure one of the easier hikes on the island. When you drive up there is a parking guy and you pay him and he gives you a pass. I can't remember how much it was. The parking lot wasn't that big either so I'm guessing it can be busy during the weekends. I hiked up to the waterfall and was gonna go up further but it was just to muddy so I turned back. Don't bring your nice shoes (like I did....even bleach wouldn't make them white again) and bug spray, got bit a few times. Anyways, it was fun, always nice to experience nature...........

Beautiful trail to a waterfall at the top. Lots of wobbly stairs - moderate difficulty to get to the top

Come early bc it is touristy and can get crowded. Paid parking lot. Cute little shop with bathrooms. It was about 2 miles there and back with trail paved with rocks. Might be a bit slippery for seniors but we did observe some seniors showing some grit as well as a young lady slip hard on her okole (buttocks). Overall, nice easy hike through fern gully to a small waterfall (no water access) conveniently located near Waikiki.

If you're looking for an awe inspiring waterfall, this isn't it! At least not today :). After paying $7 for parking, the first 1/3 of the trail is beautiful, lush green foliage, you can see in your mind Jurassic Park. The second 1/3 is up hill slippery rocks, be careful and don't forget bug spray like I did! The last third of the trail is up hill, steep but dry, until you get to the falls and ask yourself if it was really worth that last 1/3. Overall the beauty of the hike made it worth it, the falls not so much. Always look for the silver lining!

I mean. You cannot do Oahu without hiking this trail. It's fairly easy (though for someone out of shape like me, it was moderately tough) and BEAUTIFUL. Please DO jump into the water once you get to the end. You won't regret it. No photo of the waterfall from me. You have to go yourself. Worth it though.

We took the bus from Waikiki to the trailhead- easy to do and saves the hassle and cost of parking. The Lyon Arboretum at trailhead was a lead at surprise, so if the elevation gain of the hike scares you off hiking, do stroll the arboretum. It was more glorious than the false which were actually just a trickle when we were there in December.

A really beautiful hike! The hike trail itself it's gorgeous and not crazy difficult although my elder mom wouldn't probably do it! But for a experienced hiker this is just a pretty walk. Stunning views on the way and nice reward at the end

A very nice hike. Great views though waterfall was pretty skinny in December. Mosquitoes were present in large numbers along the trail but luckily were small enough that they didn't hurt. (I didn't bother with the spray.) Walked though the beautiful University of Hawaii campus before catching a bus to the trail. A store at the entrance to the trail had a good variety of snacks and drinks and clean rest rooms. (Note: the vending machines are more expensive than the store!)

Pleasant hike to a beautiful, tall waterfall at the end! It's somewhere between easy and moderate. It's an out-and-back that's not too long, but there is a decent elevation gain in the second half leading to the fall. Still, there were plenty of kids on the trail, including an elementary school group. So not the most physically demanding. Plus it's got tree cover for most of the path, so you won't be roasting under the sun. The trailhead is in a pretty residential part of the island, so your best bet is your own car, rather than a ride share/cab. But if you're looking for an enjoyable way to fill two hours, this accessible hike is definitely a great option!

This is a short but fun hike that our family took when we couldn't get reservations for Diamond Head. It's amazing that around 20 mins from Waikiki beach you can be up in the mountains and in a dense forest. Definitely recommend insect repellent, but they have some for sale on site if you forget. You have to pay for parking but we felt it was well worth it. The hike is moderate with the upper portions of the trail being muddy and a little slippery with some uneven footing. But most relatively healthy people should be fine. Once you get to the falls please obey the signs and stay behind the fence. It was sad to see many people ignoring the rules from the Park department to try to keep the area as safe and healthy for as long as possible.

We wanted to make sure we got in a little hike and this was perfect! Surrounded by beauty, easy (but slippery at times so be careful) and the waterfall though thin on water was beautiful. This was a favorite of ours during our week on the island. I think it took us about an hour with all the photo stops.

Moderate trail, lots of rocks so its easy to trip and slip. Lots of foliage and mosquitoes. Getting up the mountain, the falls werent really pouring just a trickle. Would recommend wearing some type of hiking/athletic shoe. Saw a centipede tho that was cool.

What a wonderful excursion. It's a hike up a slippery rocky mountain but worth every step. Being in a forest, hearing loud unfamiliar birds, surrounded by some the tallest trees ever was exactly what this city girl needed. You have to pace yourself and bring water. Wear the proper footwear and a walking stick won't hurt. Depending on the amount of rain the island gets determines how much water will be flowing. The is a wonderful way to spend the morning or evening.

Well maintained trail. Only about .86 miles to the waterfall. Nice and shaded trail as well. The trail was great can be muddy so wear good shoes. Waterfall was a bit underwhelming. There is a fee for parking and they do a military discount.

This is an easy trail but is uphill the entire way going. My girlfriend's 78 year old grandmother hiked it with a cane so I'm almost sure that you can, too! Saw many children and families enjithe hike, and more serious hikers can extend their effort by continuing past the waterfalls and up to the different look out points. The trail will be VERY muddy if it's raining hard, and may even turn into a creek itself so avoid rainy days. Parking is under $10 other hike is free so walk in if possible. The falls are beautiful and someone is even stationed under them to help your appreciation of them. Restrooms are available at the parking lot.

Nice hike. Easy to moderate difficulty. Depends on your stamina really. Definitely bring mosquito repellent. Last stretch of the hike is steeper than the beginning but manageable. $7 parking fee. There is a visitor center and I highly recommend stopping there to use the restroom and buy some water/ beverages if you need to before you start the hike. Close proximity to the botanical gardens located on university grounds and when you're done with your hike, visit Lyon Arboretum next door.

Got here mid afternoon and was worried about the crowd. Paid $7 parking fee to the attendant. He also had few other essentials like sun blocks, bug repellents and a and bunch of other goodies. If you are in the military or Hawaii residents, must be different fees. Plenty of parking. Overall, it's a beautiful hike though out, but lower 1/3, which is before the pass thru the container, was a lot more rush and very dense jungle, shall I say. I was literally limited in time, so I had to run up, which was fine, but regret spending more time admiring nature. It was raining on and off, so my trail running shoes did well, but still bit slippery on rocks. Overall, it was a very well maintained trail all the way to the top. About 100 feet before the fall, you can see the prelude. It is a beautiful fall, very gentle water coming down at the time of visit.. Except for a few ignorant hikers (one was making a call in the pool), it was well worth taking 30 min drive from the resort. Love to fo other hikes that start from this trail.

To get to the Manoa Falls Trail, keep driving down Manoa Road. At the entrance, there's a sign on the right hand side that mentions "Paradise Park" (not a park with swings but a parking lot lol) and has "Treetops" printed and stuck on that's slightly ripped on the tops portion. There's a gravel-y pot hole filled path that leads towards where the Treetops restaurant used to be. There's a station there with a worker from the Manoa Falls Parking/ Paradise Park to collect a fee of $7 (as of August 2023) if you are parking your car in the lot. You can pay via cash or card (extra surcharge $). If you have a Hawaii State ID or HI driver's license, do dah kama'ainaz brah. There were also convenient 'Hiking Supplies' sold here. Like different bug sprays or towelettes, and ponchos. Ranging in price from $2.50 to $20.79. The Manoa Falls Trail is maintained by the Hawaii State Division of Forestry and Wildlife. Here's more information about the trail from them, https://hawaiitrails.ehawaii.gov/trails/#/trail/manoa-falls-trail/225 There may be dogs off leash hunting nearby, so dog owners should leash their dogs and be vigilant. This trail is a part of the Tantalus Trailway/ Honolulu-Mauka Trail Network, with 18 interconnected trails. More info here, https://www.tantalustrailway.org/download/ you could also track your hike progress live here. By using the triangle in the top right to get your exact location, https://www.tantalustrailway.org/dofaw/index.htm# Near the waterfall there is another trail, "Aihualama Trail, which switchbacks up the ridge, through bamboo, offering views of Honolulu and Manoa Valley. Aihualama Trail may be challenging for novice hikers." This follows into the Pauoa Flats Trail. The parking lot is privately owned by Manoa Falls Parking/ Paradise Park. There's one lot on the right hand side, but if that's full, there's another lot up the road on the left hand side. You could also do street parking in the lower neighborhood area before entering Paradise Park and then walk in. Or catch TheBus and then walk in. Parking Lot Hours are daily from 8am till 6pm. The parking lot will be secured at 6pm. The Hawaii State Division of Forestry and Wildlife highly recommends not starting the hike after 5:30pm. This was a pretty nice hike that I've never done before. Lush green rain forest and lots of vegetation. I was a bit worried when I heard "waterfall", but it's very do-able for the average person. On this hike I saw young kids (like 5 years old), people wearing slippers, and people wearing frilly dresses. It's not a long hike, about. 0.8 miles or 1.3km. It took us about 30 minutes going at a steady pace. From the entrance gate until we reached the end, by the "do not climb over this rock wall to get to the waterfall" signs. So I'd say give yourself about an hour for the round-trip. This is not counting the walk up and down the fire lane from the parking lot until Lyon Arboretum (next to the trail entrance and exit). There are a few rest stop areas with benches along the way. Lots of people picked up bamboo sticks to use as walking sticks. Lots of warning signs to not climb over the rock wall, go up the waterfall area or swim in the pool due to Leptosporosis. "DO NOT GO BEYOND THE ROCK WALL VIEWING AREA, CLOSED AREA SIGNS OR INTO POOL AREA OR TO UPPER POOLS. THESE AREAS ARE VERY DANGEROUS! RUSHING WATER, FALLING ROCKS AND ACCIDENTAL FALLS HAVE CAUSED FATALITIES IN THIS AREA. UPPER POOL ACCESS IS CLOSED AND IS STRICTLY OFF LIMITS. BACKGROUND: This trail experienced a landslide next to the waterfall in January of 2002. Therefore, a hazard rock mitigation fence and viewing area were established to keep the trail safely open to visitors." Manoa Falls is aka, Waihi Falls. You are hiking along the Waihi Stream the whole time so be ready for mosquitos galore. Bug spray is 100% necessary imo. I kept it with me to reapply. I brought sunglasses but there wasn't much sun, shaded by the tree canopy. Bring some water to stay hydrated. And stay on the path as a lot of areas by the stream are protected, undergoing preservation and restoration. There were a few kids running around by the stream and parking lot. Please teach your kids to be respectful of nature and of others. The beginning is pretty smooth with small gravel. As you get further up there's a steady incline. It's more muddy (varies from slippery to flash floods depending on the weather) with bigger loose rocks (watch those ankles). Right by the gate, there's a shoe cleaning station to prevent the spread of Rapid 'Ōhi'a Death and spreading invasive plant seeds. There is a hose upstairs by the beginning of the bridge to rinse off muddy shoes. And a small snack shop called the Rainbow's End where the Treetops restaurant used to be. The restrooms are also there. Overall it was a fun positive experience. Happy hiking and be safe! (:

An easy, must do hike in Hawaii. My pops and I woke up early to head to the trail head before it got crowded. Parking was around $7 and there was plenty of it after sunrise. This was a unique hike for someone who does 95% of his hikes in Colorado. Here you're walking through the rain forest. It's wet, muddy and essentially no sunshine breaks through in the early morning. But I still found the views to be stunning. My mind went to Jurassic Park, Planet of the Apes and Avatar. The falls themselves are beautiful and worth snapping a picture or two. It appears the trail has been updated over the years to accommodate over population and people going off trail. Please respect the land and let's keep this place around for as long as possible! Completely shaded with a slight incline makes this hike doable for pretty much anyone. I'd recommend a good pair of shoes to offset the mud and rocky parts. An excellent walk in the jungle!

I consider this an easy hike in Hawaii. However, it can get slippery and there are lots of loose rocks. So be careful where you step. I've been here about four times and this past visit the waterfall stream was so tiny and thin compared to the past times I visited. Other than that the hike was perfect. I felt so comfortable in the nature. The trees here are beautiful.

A scenic and tropical trail, Manoa Falls is a 1.8mi incline towards the Manoa waterfall. The views are spectacular and very nature-oriented. In addition, it's a fairly easy trail with a gentle incline - we hiked with two elderly people, one of whom had a medical condition, and they were able to do it without rest. The path is mostly rocky or paved and can be done in about 1.5-2 hours. The waterfall itself is disappointing. It's very, very small and while there are better views closer than the first viewing (halfway up the stairs part of the hike), I'd say it looks like someone left a half-capped hose on at the peak. But there's plenty of things to see, and the endless forest of trees will protect you from the sun and provide shade. It's pretty cool and breezy for this reason, even in the late morning and afternoon. The biggest issue we ran into is that the descent is slightly treacherous. The rocky terrain, wet climate, and mud make going down the trail rather slippery, and we saw more than one person fall. Take your time on your way down and wear hiking shoes with a grip. Secondly, there's lots of mosquitoes on the trail due to the streams, waterfall, and moistness. Wear bug spray (which they sell at the base of the trail). There's restrooms, a concession stand, and a pleasant air-conditioned rest area at the base of the trail (near where you'd pay for parking). Admission is free, but parking is $7. A worthwhile hike, especially if you missed reservations for Diamondhead.

wow the front looks amazing and you can even buy refreshments for the trail! I spontaneously decided to hike and was so glad there was a store to buy juice and a banana! Restroom was clean and hime itself is beautiful- I actually did some barefoot (grounding) there! The mud felt good on my feet!

The views are gorgeous here. It's a nice walk going thru the trail to get to the waterfall. It's such a nice and peaceful feeling surrounded by nature. One thing I will suggest is put your bug spray on! Got a few bug bites walking by the trees and all.

Short Uber drive from Waikiki. Good, well maintained trail to the top with a beautiful view of the Manoa Falls. Do not wear your new sneakers for the hike, it was very muddy. This was early August. Fairly easy ascent, needed to stop occasionally to catch my breath. Descent was a bit tricky needed to watch your step, could be slippery at times. A nice family hike but use caution, a railing could have been helpful!

I didn't expect too much but this hike was really wonderful. The greenery along the way and the nature was fantastic. We went with 50 year olds and a one year old baby on a hiking backpack and they all made it. It's worth it to go a little earlier because there was no traffic on the way and parking was easy. They sell mosquito repellent where you pay for parking (I believe it was ~$7) and they had a worker there that explained the trail at the trailhead before you go in. Some of the views of the greenery were beautiful in mid-March. From some of the pictures I thought, I thought we would get a trickle but we were lucky and the waterfall was big and beautiful! Might've been one of my favorite views from the hikes we did in Honolulu this time around. This hike is so worth it!

Review #900! During our last trip to the island many years ago, we hiked Diamond Head, and it was a very memorable experience. Manoa Falls happens to be the second most popular hike on the Island right after the aforementioned Diamond Head. I was determined to hike this trail and see the beautiful, picturesque waterfall! - From the start of the trail it is 1.6 miles roundtrip. It is a beautiful and scenic hike. Once you get to the actual Monoa Falls it is breathtaking to see in person! - We took an Uber to and from the trail, but otherwise there is no charge to enter and hike. They do have a modest snack and souvenir shop just before the start of the trail. - We didn't even have a lot of rain that day, but the trail is VERY muddy. Your shoes absolutely will get dirty and muddy. Luckily at the souvenir shop they do have an outdoor hose where you can rinse them off. - I wish I had brought a walking stick, as that would have made the hike a lot easier. I am not a regular hiker, so I just took my sweet time and took everything in as I went. - There are a LOT of mosquitoes. I would really recommend some deet or repellant. - I never got in the water, but I did make the final little trek to the base of the falls to get some good pics. In doing so I had to catch myself on a couple of rocks because of how slippery it was. To wipe all of the mud off of my hands, I used the water that had built up on some of the large wide leaves. Now, I'm not sure if that was the cause, but I've had flu like symptoms since a few hours later. Nothing too vicious. Think an annoying head cold. I can't pinpoint it to anything else though. Point being, do not drink or get in the water. No bueno for you. I did get some great shots, FWIW. lol - I did see Parking was $8 the day we went, if you have a rental car. - Random chickens were just walking around which was kind of fun. lol This was still a fun and memorable experience. Just be prepared when you hike Manoa Falls Trail! 4 stars.

The day we went on the hike, it was overcast and a little misty. The hike itself was not too difficult or too long, however the trail had many slippery rocks. You really have to watch your step not only going up, but particularly coming down the trail. When we got to the waterfall, there were some people in the pool below. Not certain if that was allowed or not. The waterfall was not huge since it is the end of summer, but it was a nice hike. They charge $7 for parking, but I did see some people who parked in the neighborhood and walked to the trailhead. If you do this hike, recommend hiking boots and hiking sticks if you have them.

Iconic trail. In Hawaii Worth the hike. A short 1.3 miles to the falls Bring hiking shoes. It's muddy and rocky but can be done slippas, island style. It's a nice somewhat uphill hike to the falls. It's a little busy, less so on weekdays. Usually rains a little but there is a wash station at the end. Bathrooms and a little store at end. You can Uber up or drive. There is parking there but it costs.

An experience like no other. Beautiful greenery, free from litter, and very scenic. The hike itself it's difficult but definitely would watch out for slippery rocks and slopes. I recommend wearing sneakers you don't really care about because the trail is muddy. I also would suggest bring a hiking stick for better climbing. This hike reminded me of something out of Jurassic Park. Truly a must to visit when in Hawaii!

Came here 6/2023. Nice hike. Achievable. Didn't kill me . Definitely will be back 2024!

Quick short hike, very humid and really beautiful there is an extension the falls trail when you get to the first falls!

The trail ended up being one of my favorite places during our trip. We arrived shortly after 8:30am on a weekday and there weren't many cars. It costs $7 to park in the lot. Before we started the hike, we sprayed ourselves with insect repellent. The 1.6-mile hike with a 600+ foot elevation gain leads to a 150 foot waterfall. The trail take you through an old shipping container. The waterfall was nice, but the luscious greenery was what stood out- beautiful! Be aware that the trail is a bit muddy and rain showers are common. *Jurassic Park and Catching Fire was filmed here.

Pretty laid back hike with some breathtaking views--difficulty wasn't that great, but there are some inclined steps to watch out for as you approach the waterfall. Trail tends to be pretty muddy, and ground can be a bit uneven with all of the rocks that were added for friction. Would recommend wearing long sleeves/pants, or at least having bug spray to ward off unwanted bites. Can get touristy, so be prepared to see several groups going to and from the waterfall during your hike.

Absolutely gorgeous! You walk through a shipping container and into a mystical tropical forest. Ginormous trees, massive amounts of interesting foliage - pictures don't do it justice! The waterfall was cool but honestly seeing the variety of plant life through the forest hike was our favorite part. There are mosquitoes! We didn't bring bug spray and came away with several bites but we hustled to try to avoid too many bites - would recommend bringing bug spray so you can enjoy your time without getting bit up too much. Would recommend hiking shoes - can be quite muddy and semi-uneven terrain. Not too steep or long though so probably easy-medium difficulty. Definitely worth the $7 parking fee. The visitor center had clean bathrooms and a hose outside to rinse off muddy shoes.

Fun, easy and kid friendly hike. Bring bug spray! I took all 3 of my kiddos, my eldest carried the diaper backpack, I carried my 1 year old in the baby backpack carrier and my 3 year trotted along with us. This was my 3yr olds first official hike to walk so from time to time, my cousins bf carried him as we noticed he was cautious going over some rocks. The path is definitely not paved but it has been renovated lately, looks like some gravel here and there. I didn't quite time how long we took as we stopped for pictures along the way. We ended up helping an elderly lady make her way back since her family left her.. With that being said, and although I say it's an easy hike, if you don't have good balance, I don't really recommend it. But overall my kids had fun and it was a great way to get them to nap! Haha The waterfall was flowing nicely but there is a sign not to go to the waterfall. The hike stops at a rock wall. Fruity drinks, shave ice and dole whip are served near the entrance of the hike on top of a hill going towards Lyon Arboretum. The guys dole whip machine wasn't working but we settled for a pina colada and some refreshing shave ice. This hike is very popular and crowded. The ladies restroom had a long line.

Decided on a whim to go hiking and wanted to get out of the over packed tourist traps all around me. Grabbed some bug spray at the ABC store and got an Uber and off we went. This place was so gorgeous and not packed like everything else here. We walked all the way to the top which is where the waterfall was! The trail was super wet and slippery but it was a blast. All in all we went for 2.5 miles. If you like hiking and don't want to do an all day hike this is a great option! There was no fee to enter as we got dropped off but there is a parking lot.

Short and relatively easy hike to take if you're short on time! The view at the end is truly incredible, but it was super crowded at the lookout point. The crowds took away from some of the beauty - I recommend heading up the trail early in the morning to avoid the crowds. Also, bring shoes you don't really care about. The trail is super muddy and all of our shoes were covered in mud. Regardless, Hawaii's natural beauty can't be beat. There's some incredible plants and sights to see along this hike, and all people in relatively good health could complete the trail. The waterfall is simply breathtaking.

Need to reconnect with nature? Head on over to Manoa falls for a short hike! It'll take a little over an hour, in and out, and a pretty easy trail. Parking is $7 at the entrance to the old Paradise Park, but parking in the residential area is free, maybe a short 7 min walk if you park in the neighborhood. Definitely wear shoes, the trail is pretty rocky, and I can image a bit slippery if it rains. Apply mosquito repellent, they are all over and ready to bite!

Lots of movies were filmed at this hike! It is a short 30-40 minutes hike that is next to the Lyon Arboretum. Most of the hikes are shaded, it has a very beautiful entrance. There is also a cool game of thrown tree chair and a waterfall at the end of the trail. Both are good for photo ops. Highly recommend this easy hiking trail! Tips: 1. Highly recommend bug spray if you're like me. I am a mosquito magnet - They love feasting on me. I kid you not, I sprayed myself and I still get bitten. It's probably because I didn't spray the part where I was wearing clothes and I took it off while I was hiking because it was hot. The mosquito bites here are no jokes compare to those in California. My bite was swollen for nearly 2 weeks! 2. Bring actual hiking shoes, poncho, and get a stick if you're doing a tour. The terrain can be very slippery if it is raining or after it rains. 3. Please read the warning signs are located at the beginning of the trail. Lots of people get to the end of the trail, see the waterfall, and jump into it. Despite the warning, we see lots of people hiking down to the waterfall and getting into the water. There is the danger of picking up water born bacteria which can cause Leptospirosis. The bacteria is from animal droppings that flow into the falls. Sounds bad, and probably is. There's no one there to stop you, but do it at your own risk since it probably happens to someone before you. 4. There is a Dole truck that serves saved ice, smoothies, and other food at the parking lot. A great motivation for the hike ;) and no they don't serve Dole whip at the truck.

Absolutely beautiful! Must see for the jungle sights. The hike is very touristy now (and is more like a walk than a hike) but boasts beautiful sights to see that seem out of a fantasy movie. The pictures do not so it justice. Get yourself here to experience the views! It is right next to the Lyon Arboretum so if you have time, make yourself a reservation there and spend the day enjoying nature!

Such a gorgeous place. Definitely a must-visit! I would consider this trail as easy-moderate. It is kid friendly but be sure to wear shoes with traction. The path can be muddy and you will encounter loose rocks. The trail can be steep for some but the wonderful waterfall is such a great reward at the end. Parking is $7 for most. Locals and military may have a lower rate. Mosquito repellent and ponchos are also available for purchase from the parking attendant. Card and cash accepted.

This hike was one of the easier ones that we did during our vacation. They had paid parking available, which is always a plus for me (less walking). The trail had inclines, rough roads, loose rocks to slip from, trees to duck under, and most importantly, lots of lush forest trees to shade you from the hot sun. You do get a good sweat and your heart beats hard and will clear out the clots building up in your blood vessels from eating all that loco moco! Huff n' puff! Victory! We made it to the waterfall! But what a skinny waterfall it is. All that hard work to see a skinny waterfall. My calves and quads were barely sore the next day, it's not even noticeable. Yea me! Overall, I really enjoyed this hike.

The trail was gorgeous! Beautiful vegetation and a lovely waterfall. 3 stars mainly because the trail was very crowded, and there were a ton of mosquitos. Bug spray a must. Lots of people ignoring safety signs and were sitting in the pool under the waterfall.

A nice hike. The things that I thought was different was that you have to walk through a couple of storage containers. It was cool to see some of the vines climbing up the trees along with the bamboo forests. There is a fee to get but it's worth it see at least once.

Amazing hike that everyone can do! There is a bus that takes you near the entrance to the trail and parking is $7. Put on a lot of bug-spray and wear shoes you are willing to get muddy as it is like walking through a very humid muddy trail. Also it felt like I was in Jurassic Park.

This is a fairly easy hike. You do gain a bit of elevation but generally, it's accessible for all fitness levels and family friendly. It's 1.7 miles round trip. There are a handful of signs along the way with informational content. Extremely lush greenery and several open areas for picturesque photos. The path can be muddy and a bit slippery, but it's manageable. I would recommend sneakers, but I did see several people who did just fine in flip flops or sandals. On the day I came, the waterfall had a steady, full flow but it wasn't gushing. Some people actually got into the pool of water below the waterfall for pictures, but that is not recommended due to risk of illnesses. This hike definitely attracts crowds. I came around 3pm on a Tuesday and there were lots of people, but it wasn't overwhelming. The roosters and kittens by the front entrance offer some unexpected entertainment as well. The trail head is easily accessible via Uber or you can park for a $7 fee. They stop letting in hikers at 6pm.