Outdoor adventure · Honolulu
Outdoor adventures near Honolulu
Getting out of Honolulu for the weekend — hikes, trails, paddling and the day trips locals do when the city gets loud.
Curated by localsPopular local pick
Top spots in Honolulu
Waikiki Beach
OutdoorsWaikiki
2-mile crescent of soft sand with Diamond Head at the far end — beginner surf central.
Diamond Head Crater Hike
OutdoorsDiamond Head
1.6-mile up-and-back to the crater rim — book a timed slot, go at sunrise.
Hanauma Bay
OutdoorsEast Honolulu
Protected volcanic-crater snorkel reef — reservations open 48 hours ahead.
North Shore Day Trip
OutdoorsHaleiwa
60-minute drive to Pipeline surf, Matsumoto shave ice and Sunset Beach.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head Crater Hike, Hanauma Bay. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Honolulu and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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