Hiking/Walks

Come join SMASH for another amazing hike through the largest wetlands in Hawaii. RSVP by filling out the contact form to receive Sasaki’s cell so you can text him with issues. This is a scenic 3 mile in and out nature trail and most of the trail is paved and flat. Shoes are recommended but not needed / necessary if you like to opt out. No shade in any portion of the trail. It will be hot so bring water, sunscreen, cap, sunglasses etc. We can have lunch / brunch in restaurants in Kailua after hike. We will park in the public parking at this trail head (It is like a park there) and meet at 8.30 am in the parking lot. https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/wildlife/sanctuaries/kawainui/ The above website even provides a virtual tour by Google Earth. Gee will be the lead (ie, she will be in front of everyone) & I (Terry) will be the sweeper/follow (ie, I will make sure that everyone is in front of me). You should make sure that you are between us, hopefully with eyes on one of us at all times for safety. Let’s have a safe but enjoyable day together. After the hike, we will […]

Come join SMASH for another amazing hike up to Kaena Point Hike with the awesome views. Last time we tried on Jan 21st, they closed the entire road & didn't allow anyone in so we ended up going to Pink Pillbox.  It was awesome.  Then we ate at El Ranchero in Kapolei.  We had a great time but want to do Kaena Point again.  However, we had to change the meeting location due to high waves closing the west side entrance. RSVP by filling out the contact form to receive Sasaki’s cell so you can text him with issues. Kaena point hike - flat 5 miles in and out trail at the end of waianae. No shade on the entire trail so bring sun screen, caps, lots of water etc.  It is open coastline throughout and interested people can take a dip in the ocean in the end. If monk seals are present - rangers will not allow people in the water Parking is very limited so car pooling is recommended. No designated parking spots here. Park wherever legally possible in the side of the road It will take 3 to 4 hrs to complete the hike. After the hike […]

You may do a simple google search & find that the Moanalua Valley Hike Trail is HARD. However, we are NOT doing that one, NOR the one that goes up Haiku Stair(way to Heaven). We are going to go on the flat short hike. Gee says: Moanalua valley hike - We will only go 2 miles in and return which sums up to 4 miles total in this flat trail. No view but there are some hawaiian ruins and if lucky we will try to find the petroglyphs. There might be water running in the streams - if so,  we will be crossing at least 10 to 15 streams. There is an alternative dry path to go around the streams without getting the feet wet. I will take the dry route if water is present.Meeting point - entrance of moanalua valley neighborhood park by the children play area. Parking - this park doesn't allow hikers to park inside. Park outside in the street. Carpool as much as possible Gee will be the lead (ie, she will be in front of everyone) & I (Terry) will be the sweeper/follow (ie, I will make sure that everyone is in front of me). […]

Makapu'u lighthouse trail - very short and easy. Since whales are still lurking in the ocean, this will be a good time to do whale watching during the hike. Well paved trail. It's just like a short walk up the road to the lighthouse We can also go the beach for sometime after this hike. Beach trail is also very short and flat all the way. We can stop by Koko Marina plaza for lunch before returning home   FREE event. Meeting point - 9 am at the trail entrance Gee will be the lead (ie, she will be in front of everyone) & I (Terry) will be the sweeper/follow (ie, I will make sure that everyone is in front of me). You should make sure that you are between us, hopefully with eyes on one of us at all times for safety. Let’s have a safe but enjoyable day together. After the hike, we will probably head over to some place to feed our hungry bellies. Brainstorm where at! : ) IF THE WEATHER IS BAD, ASSUME THAT WE HAVE CANCELED THE EVENT. We can always do this on another day…the risk is not worth it. And as always, although […]

We delayed this from May 19th due to the weather.  It should be nice on Memorial Day. Lulumahu falls is 2.5 miles in and out trail and is one of the beautiful waterfalls in oahu. This trail is very muddy. We will cross streams in few places. Although it is a short trail, it is considered moderate / intermediate level. However i consider it a beginner trail. High Chances of getting wet. One can get in the water, swim, play in the falls etc. Be prepared if you are choosing to do so. Good shoes is a must. Bring lots of water. Shouldn't take more than 2 hrs to complete the hike. We will meet in the parking lot at 9 am Parking - park in the area allocated at the corner of Pali hwy and nuuanu Pali drive. Parking is limited so try to carpool. Do not leave any valuables in the car. Gee will be the lead (ie, she will be in front of everyone) & I (Terry) will be the sweeper/follow (ie, I will make sure that everyone is in front of me). You should make sure that you are between us, hopefully with eyes on one […]