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Waiahole Forest Reserve

Waiahole Forest Reserve

The best running trails in Waiahole Forest Reserve

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Running in Waiahole Forest Reserve is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Waiahole Forest Reserve—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: November 7, 2025

1. Kahana Valley via the Nakoa Loop Trail — Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana State Park

8.31km

01:02

140m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Mānana Ridge Trail — EWA Forest Reserve

15.7km

02:37

580m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Pu’u Ma’eli’eli loop — O‘ahu

17.5km

01:51

210m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. ʻAiea Loop Trail — O‘ahu

7.24km

00:54

250m

240m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of Pearl Harbor loop from ʻAiea Heights

6.08km

00:49

210m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Waiahole Forest Reserve

1. Kahana Valley via the Nakoa Loop Trail — Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana State Park

2. Mānana Ridge Trail — EWA Forest Reserve

3. Pu’u Ma’eli’eli loop — O‘ahu

4. ʻAiea Loop Trail — O‘ahu

5. View of Pearl Harbor loop from ʻAiea Heights

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