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Manoa Falls

End of Manoa Road, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96822
Ranked #16 of 172 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 368 Reviews
Type: Waterfalls, Hiking Trails
Activities: Hiking
Description: About a 1 hour hike to reach this 100 feet waterfall, but worth the trip.
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San Antonio, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Excellent fauna along the way to the falls. However, I don't agree with the rating of this hike as novice. The trail is unimproved and is more difficult than the hike to the top of Diamond Head. But, it is still a great hike. Wear good shoes, use bug spray and take water. Also, heed the signs and do not... More

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is an easily accessible walk to a nice waterfall. Bring drinking water and use mosquito repellent (attached an unused dryer sheet to your clothing to prevent bites).

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is a great hike for those who can hike up hill. The path is about one mile uphill to the top. You will get muddy, and should wear sneakers or hiking boots. The rainforest is beautiful but you must stop to look at the vegetation, as the path is very slippery, and you must watch your step. You also... More

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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Pros - nice falls cons - there are larger, taller, more impressive falls in other states! Don't forget this is a muddy, muddy, muddy 30+ minute trail. Don't forget to grab a walking stick at the bottom of the trail.

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Vancouver, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The walk into the falls is easy but the path can get a bit slippery if it's rained so wear well treaded shoes/sneakers. The falls themselves were quite disappointing (more of a trickle from a high height) but the walk in offers some beautiful views of island vegetation and singing birds.

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Uppsala, Sweden
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

An hours hike on slippery trail. Make sure you don't bring your best shoes as they will get muddy!! Nice hike. Nice waterfall in the end and a few on the way there. Insect repellent can be bought by the carpark. We didn't need it - guess we were lucky! Bring a bollte of water and camera.

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Louisville, Kentucky
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

A great hike in a tropical rain forest. Trail can be muddy. Beautiful scenery!

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Pacific Junction, Iowa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Prepared to get muddy and wear sneakers you dont mind getting dirty. Plus the hike isnt easy its very slippery but worth it. The rainforest is beautiful but hard to look at sometimes unless you stop because your too busy watching your steps so you dont twist a ankle.I really enjoyed this hike was a highlight of my trip. And... More

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San Jose, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Cheap entertainment! We took the bus from our hotel $2.50 each way. The bus is kind of ghetto, but it was cheap and relatively easy to get there. It's a lovely hike through a classic rain forest. I think the hike itself is .8 of a mile. The hike is on a dirt path and I wouldn't recommend it to... More

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Princeton, New Jersey
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Thought it was a leisurely stroll. Not. It was a tremendous workout up a muddy and rocky trail. For a serious stepping machine enthusiast. Ok, but not much room to manuever at top.

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