The Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club
A $3.00 donation is requested for each non-member, age 18 or over. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
For hikes, we meet at Iolani Palace, mountain side, at 8 AM unless otherwise noted. For trail maintenance, call Mike Algiers, 422-1048. Please sign our release and abide by our rules.
We do not arrange transportation. However, you are welcome to arrange your own. You are cautioned not to leave valuables in parked cars.
Bring lunch and water on all hikes. Wear sturdy shoes and clothing. Extra caution may be required on some trails. You are responsible for yourself at all times.
Keep trails and lunch sites free of litter; treat trees and plants with respect and care. ALWAYS be careful with fire, matches and cigarettes.
Many of our hikes require special permission. For trails open to the public, refer to the State Forestry maps. Firearms and pets are prohibited on hikes.
VISITING HIKERS ARE WELCOME
HAWAIIAN TRAIL AND MOUNTAIN CLUB, Inc.
P.O.Box 2238, Honolulu, Hawaii 96804
Visit our web site on the Internet: http://htmclub.org
Oct 4 Sun 8AM PAUOA WOODS
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge-Valley/Tantalus)
This mixed plate hike rambles through various terrain & vegetation zones in the Tantalus area. Some sections are level & wide, others are steep & narrow. Experience native forest, bamboo groves, and guava thickets. Watch for ancient rock walls, and critical junctions. Coordinator Mike Algiers, ph 422-1048.
Oct 10 Sat 9AM LIKEKE
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Hillside/Kane’ohe)
Follow
in the footsteps of legendary mountain man Dick Davis, who
singlehandedly built
the Likeke Trail in the 1960s. The loop route contours around the base
of the
Ko’olau cliffs to a small, but reliable waterfall and then meanders
back to the
starting point in Ho’omaluhia
Oct 11 Sun 8:30AM WAI’ANAE RAMBLE
Meet @ 7:30 @ the Palace or
8:30 at Steve’s house
(8 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Valley/Wai’anae)
Ramble
across most of Wai’anae
Oct 17 6PM APPRECIATION
NIGHT (By Invitation Only) Our annual Mahalo evening to honor
the hike
coordinators, trail maintenance crew, directors and committee members
is our
way of expressing our appreciation for all their kokua. Get involved
and you
too may be rewarded with free pizza! Attendance is by invitation only.
Oct
18 Sun 8AM PUPUKEA
(9 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Pupukea)
A long road walk and a short romp gets us deep into the wild and muddy hills of Pupukea and the start of the infamous Ko’olau Summit Trail. Our return route takes us through the winding Kaunala Trail. Coordinator Grant Oka, ph 674-1459.
Oct 25 Sun 8AM KAMANA NUI
(10 Mi/Intermediate/Valley/Moanalua)
After a long, but pleasant road walk,
we follow the left
fork of Kamananui Stream on the recently renamed Kulana’ahane Trail. At
the top
is a good view of Ha’iku
Oct 31 Sat 8AM PU’U O HULU
Meet: 8AM @ the Palace, or 9AM @ Nanakuli Mall
(4 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Ma’ili)
A steep, rocky climb leads to several bunkers where soldiers once searched for enemy targets for the gun batteries near Kapolei. Return down an old switchback trail used by mules to carry supplies to the observation posts. Coordinator Fred Dodge, ph 696-4677.
Nov 1 Sun 8:30 AM MEMBERS ONLY KEA’AU RIDGE
No
Meeting @ Palace. Meet 0830 at Makaha
(7 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Kea’au)
Join Pat for a walk on the wild side
and a 2,800’ elevation
gain. A long walk
up a dirt road and
then a confusing ramble brings you to Kea’au Ridge where the serious
climbing
begins. The ridge
ends with views of Makaha
Nov 7 Sat 9AM to Noon CLUBHOUSE WORKDAY
Come on out to help with a few projects which are always needed to keep our Waimanalo Clubhouse in top-top shape.
Nov 8 Sun 8AM KUOLANI-WAIANU
(5 Mi/Intermediate/Contour/Waiahole)
A favorite for lush tropical hiking. The bird’s nest ferns nestled in the trees are a sight to behold. Pay attention to the ribbons marking the meandering route as we criss-cross Waianu stream, and edge along narrow hillside trails. Bug repellant is highly recommended. Coordinator Doug Klein, ph 263-8330.
Nov 14 Sat 8AM HALAPEPE NUI
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge-Valley/Pearl City)
A
fairly easy, rambling loop hike (not much up and down) with spectacular
views
of
Nov 14 Sat 5PM CLUBHOUSE POTLUCK/PRESENTATION
(Potluck
@ 5PM)Chuck "Doc" Burrows will give a presentation about the efforts
to restore Kawainui Marsh and its potential for the
Nov 15 Sun 8AM PU’U HELEAKALA
(6 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Nanakuli)
Up for a bit of a hot, steep challenge? Great views, but bring at least 3 quarts of water. The trail is hot, hot, hot & there’s no shade. Coordinator Peter Kempf, ph 384-2221 or 735-2220.
Nov 21 Sat 8AM HAU’ULA PAPALI
(4 Mi/Novice/Hillside/Hau’ula)
This double loop provides a light workout on the uphills and pleasant woodsy trails with occasional coastal views. Use caution at the slippery stream crossings. Coordinator Steve Brown, ph 247-8845.
Nov 22 Sun 8:30 AM MEMBERS ONLY PU’U ‘OHULEHULE
No
Meeting @ Palace – Meet @
(8 Mi/Advanced/Valley-Ridge/Kahana)
This is your chance to scale that pyramidal peak which visually dominates the windward coast from Kahalu’u to Kualoa. It starts with a pleasant stroll in Kahana valley (3 stream crossings), then gets steeper and STEEPER! Some treacherous sections, but a great view on top! Coordinator Karen Liliker, ph 349-8336.
Nov 29 Sun 8AM MAKIKI TANTALIZER
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Tantalus)
The Makiki area is a maze of trails.
There's
Dec 5 Sat 8AM KA’ENA POINT
(4 Mi/Novice/Shoreline/Ka’ena)
Ka’ena, the western-most point of O’ahu is a designated Natural Area Reserve with rugged coastlines, endangered flora, sleeping Hawaiian seals (sometimes) and occasional booby birds and albatrosses. This shoreline trail is level, but hot. Bring lots of water. Coordinator Phil Booth, ph 382-4709.
Dec 6 Sun 8AM LANIPO
(7 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Kaimuki)
This popular hike receives heavy usage, which has created some slippery eroded areas in the steeper sections. The trail undulates, with lots of ups & downs (mostly ups?) and eventually reaches the Ko’olau summit, where the reward is a great view! Coordinator Steve Davis, Steve_Davis@ymail.com (preferred) or 371-1492.
Dec 12 Sat 5PM CLUBHOUSE POTLUCK CHRISTMAS PARTY
(Potluck @ 5PM) Take a break from the Christmas shopping and join your hiking friends for a potluck and holiday party. Share in a festive spirit, sing songs, and enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow hikers. Please bring a potluck dish to share or contribute $7. We will be providing some food items. RSVP via Email (preferred) HTMCEntertainment@yahoo.com or call Vanessa at 386-5450. Non-members pay normal clubhouse fee to attend.
Dec 13 Sun 8AM PU’U KA’AUMAKUA
(11 Mi/Advanced/Valley-Ridge/Waikane)
A long walk on a dirt road leads to a beautiful contour trail which climbs steadily to the Ko’olau summit and Pu’u Ka’amakua (family deity hill) at 2,681 ft. Marvel at the panoramic windward coastline view from above Waikane valley. Coordinator Kevin English, ph 271-5125.
Dec 20 Sun 8AM ‘ILIAHI RIDGE
(5
Mi/Intermediate/Valley-Ridge/Pacific
Follow the Ralph as he leads us down
one ridge and up
another to a breezy lunch spot high above
Dec 27 Sun 8:30AM MEMBERS ONLY OLOMANA
No
Meeting @ Palace – Call
Coordinator for Rendezvous Info
(3 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Olomana)
This traditional December hike takes
up the challenge of the
three peaks of Olomana, which stand like the three Wise Men above
Jan
1 Fri 8AM KOKO CRATER 100-Mi
No
Meeting @ Palace – Park @ Sandy Beach
& Meet @ Blowhole Parking Lot
(3 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Hawai’i Kai)
Start our centennial year off right
with a heart pounding
climb and breathtaking views. Enjoy
HTMC
camaraderie and no hangover. Hazards: inclines, steep dropoffs, crumbly
rock,
narrow sections. Not suitable for those with a fear of heights.
Coordinators
Jan 3 Sun 8:30AM MEMBERS ONLY KAMAILE’UNU
No
Meeting @ Palace – Meet @
8:30 at
(7 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Wai’anae)
This mean honkin’ pile of rocks sits in the blazing hot sun and reaches up 3,000’. Start off the new year by clambering up and back down this peak on a path where wild goats dread to tread. Bring more water than you think you’ll need. Coordinator Arnold Fujioka, ph 551-0227.
Trail Maintenance
Oct
4 Pupukea
Summit
Oct 11
Kamana
Nui
Oct 25
Kuolani-Waianu
Nov
8 Pu’u
‘Ohulehule *
Nov 22
Lanipo
Nov 29
Pu’u
Ka’aumakua *
Dec
6 ‘Iliahi
Ridge
Dec 13
Olomana
Dec 22
Kamaile’unu
* - Trail requires a lot of work. Additional help would be
greatly appreciated.
HTMC
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