State: HI Length: 1.90 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The Ala Moana Park Path is situated beautifully with a sandy beach on one side and lively downtown Honolulu on the other. Two busy boat harbors sit at opposite ends of the trail: Kewalo Basin to the west and the Ala Wai Small Boat Basin to the east. The pathway loops around a wide grassy area dotted with palm trees and picnic pavilions, where drinking water and restrooms are easily accessible. Across the street, you can find places to eat at the Ala Moana Shopping Center. A trail spur juts around the Magic Island peninsula, which has another beach at its tip.
State: HI Length: 1.90 miles Surface: Concrete
The Ala Wai Canal Promenade is situated in a lively shopping, dining and resort area not far from the beautiful Waikiki Beach on the southern coast of Oahu. The walkway follows the palm-tree-lined canal originally constructed in the 1920s. The trail begins on the eastern border of Ala Wai Park, which offers a community center, playground, basketball court, athletic fields and canoeing.
Rail-Trail
State: HI Length: 4.75 miles Surface: Ballast, Dirt
CAUTION: Some sections of this trail frequently wash out along the coast. Check with Hawai'i State Parks before setting out: (808) 587-0300. The Ka'ena Point Trail occupies the right-of-way of the old O'ahu Railway and Land Company that once transported sugar cane along the westernmost point of O'ahu. The trail leads to Ka'ena Point Natural Area Reserve, a remote area that preserves rare coastal sand dune habitat for native plants and seabirds. During the winter, look for whales off shore. Year-round the weather can be hot, and the trail is quite exposed, so be sure to bring plenty of water and sunscreen. Also, wear a hat. Waves batter the coast when it's windy, so stay back from the sea for safety reasons. If you begin at the Wai'anae side, take the trailhead at the end of the paved road in the Keawaula Section of Ka'ena Point State Park. Take the dirt road for 2.4 miles to Ka'ena Point Natural Area Reserve. The shoreline will be on your left, and you'll encounter boulder-strewn beaches and tide pools; cliffs rise above to the northeast. If you begin from the Mokule'ia side, park at the end of the paved road then follow the dirt road for 2.5 miles. This section of the trail crosses a broad, flat plain with a few limestone reefs and sand dunes. As of early 2012, this approach only occasionally follows the old rail bed. A predator-proof fence has been erected to protect Ka'ena Point's seabirds and plants but access gates allow you to continue along the trail. Stick to the established paths to avoid trampling native flora and seabirds, some of which nest on the ground. No dogs are allowed in the reserve. Regardless of which side you begin from, you will have to retrace your steps to return to your vehicle.
State: HI Length: 2.80 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Ke Ala Pupukea Bike Path, offering a lush, well-shaded route with gorgeous beach views, is one of the most heavily used trails on Oahu. The paved pathway travels about 3 miles along the coastal side of the Kamehameha Highway through the town of Pupukea on the island's North Shore, a popular tourist destination. The trail begins just north of Waimea Bay, a favorite surfing spot, and ends south of Waiale'e Beach Park.
State: HI Length: 1.20 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Malaekahana Bike and Pedestrian Path, set in a lush rural area between the sea and the Ko'olau mountains, provides an important link between Laie with Kahuku, two small towns on the northeastern shore of Oahu. The paved 8-foot-wide pathway parallels the Kamehameha Highway and is separated from the roadway by a wide grassy median.
State: HI Length: 10 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Pearl Harbor Bike Path starts just beyond the Arizona Memorial parking lot and Pearl Harbor Marina. A new extension has been constructed, and the trail now crosses Waimano Home Road and ends at Waipi'o Point Access Road. This is an interesting, fun ride that crosses wooden bridges and has some long, straight stretches. It does pass by some industrial areas, making for some less-than-pleasant scenery in places.