Diamond Head Monument a must see. The Monument is located off Diamond Head Rd. between Makapuu and 18th Ave. on the south shore of Oahu.
The hike to the top of Diamond Head is a novice hike that any age can do. It is a 1.4 mile round trip hike that consist of two sets of upward steps which is the most difficult part of the hike.
Some people may feel the hike is not fun do to their physical condition, but many locals walk/run the trail daily or weekly for fun.
The best time to walk the trail is early morning as it can get really hot during mid day. Make sure you bring a bottle of water along for the hike. If you forget, you can purchase drinks at the bottom of the 761 foot crater before you start on the hike. Nothing is sold during or at the peak of Diamond head.
Once you have successfully made it to the top, you get a spectacular 365 degree view of Oahu. Well worth the hike. I have probably hiked over 50 times up Diamond Head for fun and taking guests in town. I thoroughly enjoy it each and every time.
The Monument opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 6:00 PM year round. It costs $1.00 to walk in or $5.00 per car. The only restroom is at the bottom and I would recommend using it before you start your hike.
The hike to the top of Diamond Head is a novice hike that any age can do. It is a 1.4 mile round trip hike that consist of two sets of upward steps which is the most difficult part of the hike.
Some people may feel the hike is not fun do to their physical condition, but many locals walk/run the trail daily or weekly for fun.
The best time to walk the trail is early morning as it can get really hot during mid day. Make sure you bring a bottle of water along for the hike. If you forget, you can purchase drinks at the bottom of the 761 foot crater before you start on the hike. Nothing is sold during or at the peak of Diamond head.
Once you have successfully made it to the top, you get a spectacular 365 degree view of Oahu. Well worth the hike. I have probably hiked over 50 times up Diamond Head for fun and taking guests in town. I thoroughly enjoy it each and every time.
The Monument opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 6:00 PM year round. It costs $1.00 to walk in or $5.00 per car. The only restroom is at the bottom and I would recommend using it before you start your hike.
Here's a pic of the view from the top of Diamond Head. A real Gem!
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