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Department of Land and Natural Resources
Division of Forestry and Wildlife
Na Ala Hele Trails and Access Program
2135 Makiki Heights Drive
Honolulu, Hawaii 96822


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06/11/2026

Mānoa Falls Trail Reopened

Aloha trail users,

The Mānoa Falls Trail is now OPEN and accessible to the public.

Access was temporarily suspended earlier today due to downed telephone wires along the road leading to the trailhead. The hazard has been addressed, and visitors may once again access the trail.

Mahalo for your patience and understanding while this safety issue was resolved. Please continue to exercise caution, stay on designated trails, and be mindful of changing conditions.

Happy hiking! 🥾

06/10/2026

Mānoa Falls Trail temporarily closed due to downed power lines in the area.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as this issue is resolved.

Consider visiting Waʻahila Ridge Trail, or one of the Honolulu Mauka Trails.

Please check current trail conditions before heading out.

Mahalo for helping keep Hawaiʻi's trails safe.

06/09/2026

Poamoho Access Update:

Mahalo for your patience! Poamoho Road and Poamoho Trail are now OPEN and accessible once again.

The road and trail were temporarily closed due to storm damage caused by the recent Kona Low weather event. Following assessment and mitigation work, access has been restored.

We apologize for any inconvenience the closure may have caused and appreciate everyone's understanding while repairs were completed.

Before heading out, we encourage all trail users to download the OuterSpatial app for trail maps, conditions, alerts, closures, and access information.

iOS (iPhone) link to OuterSpatial: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/outerspatial-get-outside/id1254161962

Android link to OuterSpatial: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.trailheadlabs.outerspatial&hl=en_NZ

Interested in giving back to Hawaiʻi's trails? Sign up for the Nā Ala Hele email list to receive updates about volunteer workdays and stewardship opportunities across Oʻahu. Link HERE: https://dlnr.ivolunteer.com/nah_volunteer_2026

For permit information, trail conditions, closures, alternative routes, hazard reporting, and other access updates, visit hawaiitrails.ehawaii.gov or use the OuterSpatial app.

Please note: Access to Poamoho Road and Poamoho Trail is by permit only. Visitors must obtain permit approval before visiting. Permit information and applications can be found through the Hawaiʻi Trails Website or OuterSpatial App.

Mahalo for helping us mālama Hawaiʻi's trails and natural resources!

Join us this Saturday, May 16 from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM for a volunteer workday at Hawaiʻi Loa Ridge! Come out and help māl...
05/11/2026

Join us this Saturday, May 16 from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM for a volunteer workday at Hawaiʻi Loa Ridge! Come out and help mālama (care for) the trail.

Volunteers will assist with trail maintenance including, weeding invasive plants, removing hazards, and grubbing sections of trails where needed.

Learn more about the trail HERE: https://hawaiitrails.ehawaii.gov/trails/ #/trail/hawaii-loa-ridge-trail/201

RSVP to our volunteer workday HERE: https://dlnr.ivolunteer.com/hawaiiloatrailvolunteer_2026

All are welcome—please come ready to get a little dirty and make a difference! This hike is 3.5 miles one-way (7 miles in & out) and has an 1700 ft elevation change.

Mahalo for helping us care for our trails 🤙

Now Hiring: Nā Manu ʻElele Trail Stewards (Oʻahu)Looking for a way to give back to the ʻāina while gaining hands-on expe...
04/16/2026

Now Hiring: Nā Manu ʻElele Trail Stewards (Oʻahu)

Looking for a way to give back to the ʻāina while gaining hands-on experience on the trails? Nā Ala Hele is hiring Nā Manu ʻElele Trail Stewards right here on Oʻahu!

This is a great opportunity to mālama our trails, learn new skills, and be part of a crew that cares about Hawaiʻi’s natural resources

Learn more about the program:
https://www.kupuhawaii.org/na-manu-elele

Apply here:
https://kupuhawaii.tfaforms.net/339

Check out this reel for more insight into the program:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXKK_HYyOqi/?igsh=NGUyOTRrZGJvdmYw

If you—or someone you know—like working outside and making a difference, this one’s for you 🤙

Mahalo nui!

Kolowalu Trail Volunteer Workday Saturday, April 188:00 AM – 4:00 PMMeeting @ the DOFAW Makiki Baseyard(2135 Makiki Heig...
04/14/2026

Kolowalu Trail Volunteer Workday

Saturday, April 18
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Meeting @ the DOFAW Makiki Baseyard
(2135 Makiki Heights Drive, Honolulu, HI 96822)

We’ll be working on trail maintenance and helping improve conditions in the area—come ready to get your hands dirty and make a difference!

Please RSVP so we can properly prepare for the group.
(https://dlnr.ivolunteer.com/kolowalu_trailvolunteer_2026)

Mahalo for your support, and we hope to see you there! 🤙🌱

04/08/2026

Aloha kākou,

Mānoa Falls Trail will be temporarily closed through 4/10 to allow for necessary maintenance and improvements.
Access will still be open:

After 2:00 PM daily
Weekends
State holidays

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding as we work to improve trail conditions and safety.

Before heading out, please plan your hike by checking updates on our website:
hawaiitrails.ehawaii.gov

Mahalo for your patience and for helping us mālama our trails!

02/26/2026

Attention hikers,

Poamoho Trail is closed until further notice due to a recent landslide that has created hazardous and unstable conditions along the trail. For your safety, we ask the public to respect the closure and avoid the area while assessments and necessary mitigation work are conducted.
Entering a closed trail can be dangerous and may delay restoration efforts.

We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Please respect all closure signage and avoid the area.

Mahalo for your understanding and for helping us mālama our trails and keep everyone safe.

02/11/2026

Mānoa Falls Trail is opened! Mahalo for your patience while we worked to ensure the area is safe and accessible for the community.

While the trail itself is open, access to the falls may still be limited at times due to ongoing operations and site management. We appreciate your understanding as we continue to mālama this special place.

That said, please stay alert while on the trail. Watch for potential falling branches and advisories or updates from our weather services.

As always: Stay on designated paths, respect closures/signage, and pack out what you pack in.

02/09/2026

NOTICE: Please be advised that the Mānoa Falls Trail is closed due to high winds and falling tree hazards. Reopen: TBD

Address

2135 Makiki Heights Drive
Honolulu, HI
96822

Opening Hours

Monday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:45am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:45am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18082916697

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