Ohikilolo Makai

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Overview

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This hike climbs the coastal end of Ohikilolo Ridge. You follow a metal fence in a long rolling climb along the ridge top with dramatic terrain, occasional steep scrambles, some narrow spots and continuous views over Makua Valley. Next you scramble down a steep side ridge to the valley floor. Finally an easy descent along dirt roads leads back to the highway. There's no shade and the area is often hot so bring plenty of water. For a longer hike, continue along the main ridge to the summit of Ohikilolo.

Stats

5.8 mi   2,300 ft   4.8 hr





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Features

Look forward to

views
great
ridges
great
cliffs
good
canyons
good
summits
okay

Challenges

Be prepared for

rough surface
rough terrain
navigation
beginner route-finding
vertical exposure
lots avoidable
UV exposure
lots
heat exposure
lots

Difficulty

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Difficulty

Suitable for

advanced
 
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int
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Getting there

Planning your trip

open accessyear-roundany vehicle

Dogs

Are dogs allowed?

Park off the side of the highway near the southern end of a metal fence marking the edge of the Makua Military Reservation. The hike begins by climbing the bluffs just outside the fence to gain the ridge top without entering the reservation.

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