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HAWAI'I eXplore tHe ISlAndSA vacationer’s paradise, Hawai‘i lures visitors with luxurious resorts, romantic beaches, adventurous water sports and dramatic scenery. But to discover Hawai‘i’s native beauty, spectacular landscape and scenic views, consider hiking some of the islands’ many picturesque trails.

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o'AHuA trip to O‘ahu isn’t complete without visiting Diamond Head, the iconic vol-canic crater that rises high above Hono-lulu. Hiking the 1.6-mile Diamond Head Summit Trail takes you through the cra-ter’s geological and military history (the crater was once part of O‘ahu’s coastal defense system). When you arrive at the summit, you’re rewarded with a sweeping 360-degree view of the island, including world-famous Waikīkī Beach. During the winter months, you might even spot a spray of migrating humpback whales in the cobalt blue water.

For a tad longer but easier hike, try the 2-mile Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail. The path offers great views of the eastern shore of O‘ahu, and on a clear day you can see the neighboring islands of Lana‘i and Moloka‘i. The lighthouse isn’t open to the public, but you can get close enough to snap some photos and see the sprawling white sand beaches below.

MAuIWhen visiting Maui, it’s hard to miss the majestic and mysterious Mt. Ha-leakala shrouded in clouds towering over the island. Located in Haleakala National Park, the summit area of the massive dormant volcano has more than 30 hiking trails, including the 5-mile Crater Trail where hikers descend into the crater and see volcanic cinder cones and rocky lava fows. For an added treat, arrive at the rim before dawn and wit-ness one of the world’s most glorious sunrises. Haleakala’s elevation is close to 10,000 feet so take it slow and bring sunscreen as well as a jacket.

To experience Maui’s lush tropical landscape, take a side trip to ‘Iao Val-ley State Park on the east side of the is-land. The paved trail will take you past an abundance of native Hawaiian fora and fauna, sparkling waterfalls, inviting swimming holes and the ‘Iao Needle, a historic site where King Kamehameha conquered Maui’s warriors in 1790 to unite the Hawaiian Islands.

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KAuA'IKnown as the Garden Isle, Kaua‘i is home to verdant rainforests, breathtaking wa-terfalls and rocky ocean cliffs looming over the thundering Pacifc Ocean.

To appreciate Kaua‘i’s diverse terrain, visit Koke‘e State Park and choose from 45 hiking trails. Some lead to Waimea Canyon, also known as the “Grand Can-yon of the Pacifc,” with rugged buttes and deep valley gorges bathed in orange and copper tones, while others wind through steamy tropical rainforests, past refreshing waterfalls and awe-inspiring overlooks with views of Kaua‘i’s moun-tainous Napali Coast.

Hiking the Nounou Kuamo‘o trail on the east side of Kaua‘i takes you on a quaint wooden bridge over a bubbling stream, through a fragrant strawberry guava forest and past a grove of sway-ing bamboo before arriving at a forest of stately pine trees. At the top, wild orchids and aromatic eucalyptus trees surround

you while gazing at the fertile Wailua River Valley and sprawling coastline.

HAWAI'I ISlAndWhile visiting Hawai‘i Island, also known as the Big Island, make the trek to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park to see Kīlauea

and Mauna Loa, two of the world’s largest active volcanoes. Mauna Loa last erupted in 1984, but Kīlauea has been in a state of constant eruption since 1983. In the park, visitors can see rocky volcanic pit craters, calderas (volcanic craters), cinder cones and smooth lava fows. Take the 11-mile Crater Rim Drive around the summit that tra-

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verses moist tropical rainforests, stark des-ert terrain and passes through the caldera foor. Along the way, stop at scenic over-looks for stunning photo opportunities.

The Pololu Valley provides magnif-cent views of the rugged northern Ko-hala Coast on the way to the valley foor, where the forest will envelop you. Cross

over the Pololu River bridge and walk on the beach made of polished lava rocks and cool off in the turquoise water. Hike a little farther through a misty rainfor-est where you can pluck wild guava and other tropical fruits along the trail. Then you’ll arrive at the Honokane Nui Valley overlook with breathtaking views of the

lush green landscape and deeply cut val-leys below.

Wherever your Hawaiian adventure takes you – hiking through tropical rain-forests, and splendid valleys, walking on golden beaches or exploring craggy vol-canoes – you’ll fully experience the gran-deur and magnifcence of our 50th state.

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