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Manoa Falls

End of Manoa Road, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96822
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Ranked #19 of 141 attractions in Honolulu
Type: Waterfalls, Hiking Trails
Activities: Hiking
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Oahu, Hawaii
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66 reviews 66 reviews
24 attraction reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

This is one of my favorite hikes on the Island. It can get pretty slippery and difficult towards the end so Its not for everyone. We took our small children 5 & 3 and my husband had to pick them each up and carry them over a few areas that they couldnt climb over and I couldnt carry them because... More

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Tempe, Arizona
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

I really liked seeing this falls. The reviews in this website helped me a lot. But I want to add: it won't be "a little muddy", it will be mud everywhere. There will be parts of the way where you will take a step, and the shoe will disappear under mud. So plan accordingly. I had hiking sandals, which were... More

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California
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17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

We only made it 2/3 of the way up to the falls. The hike is easy but the depth and amount of mud made us turn back. It was ankle deep and in areas of a gentle climb created too much of a "fall" hazard for me. This might be great for some but one bad knee made the thought... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Parking for a fee but the guy let my Moped sit for free. There are outhouses at the start of the trail. It's a little hard to find if you are prone to getting lost like I am. Definietly worth the find though. Does get muddy and you cvan't swim in the falls and it can get a bit crowded... More

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New York City, New York
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8 attraction reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

It started pouring during this hike and that made it all the better. Don't miss this little gem just because it's not downtown.

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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15 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We live in this valley and often hike this trail. It's beautiful and fairly easy hike, but you must wear proper shoes. It rains here practically every day so the trail can have spots that are muddy and slippery. Wear sneakers and not new ones or hiking shoes and you can easily get around tourists in slippers who take an... More

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Montreal, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

The hike begins from a parking lot where cars must be paid for (I don't believe there's a walk-in fee, but not sure - very little street parking available nearby). The hike begins with a walk along a wide, well-maintained path. It eventually narrows and becomes more of a hike than a walk, with some obstacles to get over/around. Lots... More

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Pasadena, California, USA
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19 attraction reviews
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37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

This is a wet trail and one should wear appropriate shoes. They are redoing the trail. It is being upgraded. They are putting down a gravel path. The falls are beautiful.

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Athol, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Loved hiking, but hiker be warned: the trail is VERY muddy and buggy. They were in the process of repairing the trail so there were several parts that were washed out. Be prepared to wash your sneakers.

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

This is a relatively short hike up and down but it is fairly steep. The hike is worth the effort but the top third are likely going to be muddy so be prepared. The falls is very pretty and the hike is extremely pleasant. It takes about 2 hours round trip including time at the falls. It is free but... More

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