Outdoor

The definition of an “easy” hike differs from person to person. Some people are hardcore hikers who have all that extra gear and solid muscle (definitely not me). Others rarely get out and consider rocky trails to be more than they can handle. I usually get a chance to hike…

The Maili Pink Pillbox hike is normally just called the pink pillbox hike. Out on the Waianae coast, the hike only takes about 40 minutes going up, but you’re rewarded with an amazing panoramic view of the west shoreline of Oahu. Despite its awful rush-hour traffic, Waianae is gorgeous because…

Let me just say that my Uncle is in ridiculous shape. (He left me and Mom in the dust.) At some point he decided we were taking too much time enjoying the sights and finished the entire hike without a backwards glance! The Aiea Loop Trail ranks high as one…

I’ve been slowly working my way through the Honolulu Mauka Trail System and wanted to bring my dog Daisy with me since she’s had some extra energy the past few weeks. Mom decided to come with and early Sunday morning we made our way to Tantalus Drive. This is a…

I was invited to a birthday party at White Plains beach, which is known for being a great surf spot for beginner surfers. White Plains gets its name because the water looks like a wide field of rolling white waves when you scan from side to side. There’s plenty of…

A few of my friends and I decided to explore the Honolulu Mauka Trail System and chose the Makiki Valley Loop Trail. The loop is actually 3 separate trails that form a triangle and begins right behind the Hawaii Nature Center. Overall, it was a really nice hike to do especially with a…

A visit to Waimea Valley is a great outdoor activity for any age. You’ll have to pay an entrance fee to get in, but this is a neat gem that is part botanical garden and part outdoor Hawaiian museum. The roads are nicely paved and it’s an easy walk to…

Kailuana Beach has no bathrooms or lifeguards, but if you’re looking to spend the day at crowded Lanikai Beach or Kailua Beach, Kailuana is an awesome substitute. Just a 5-minute drive away the crowd, you’ll find plenty of street parking, a lot less people, a wide sandy shore, and the…

Aweoweo Beach Park is my favorite spot for a lazy day at the beach. It has everything you need: bathrooms, showers, picnic tables, and a long stretch of beautiful sand. Plus, turtles are pretty much guaranteed when you snorkel! When my friends visit me and they want to spend a…

I’m not military. So getting into Bellows Field Beach Park (aka Bellows) is a rare treat. Bellows sits right next to Waimanalo beach and the beaches in this area are known for their pretty blue waters and soft sandy beaches. No snorkeling can be done at Bellows (no rocks, no…