A $2.00 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 a.m. unless otherwise noted. For trail maintenance, please call the leader for meeting place and time. Please sign our release and abide by our rules.
Transportation is not provided!! 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. Hikers are responsible for themselves 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 HTMC hikes require special permission. For trails open to the public, refer to the State Forestry map.
Firearms, pets, radios, and other audio devices are prohibited on hikes.
Jan 1 Wed 8AM KOKO CRATER
(3 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Hawai'i Kai)
The new year is a new start, and some of us like to start with
a challenge to set the tone. This steep, rocky footpath way above
the pounding surf sets our own hearts pounding and knees trembling.
At the top, the sea and shore below us, the blazing sun above
us....YES! (Steep and uneven footing, extreme caution advised.
This hike is not for acrophobes). Coordinator Zon Owen, ph 597-8493.
Jan 4 Sun KALENA Trail Maintenance
Jan 4 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY WAI'ANAE-KA'ALA
(5 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Wai'anae)
Ready to ascend lofty Mt. Ka'ala? This strenuous hike is steep
with many drop offs so extreme caution is required. View native
flora, native snails and the leeward coast. The Ka'ala bog at
the top is a botanist's delight. Coordinator Arnold Fujioka, ph
625-9431.
Jan 10 Sat 9AM KA'ENA Point
(4 Mi/Novice/Shoreline/Ka'ena)
An interesting shoreline hike with unusual plants. If we're fortunate,
we may see whales frolicking offshore or see a monk seal sunbathing.
One year an albatross buzzed over our group. Coordinators Miles
& Maureen Brubacher, ph 261-7814.
Jan 11 Sun 8AM KUAOKALA
(5 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Makaha)
Rim the lip of Makua Valley, stroke the belly of Ke'eke'e and
Manini Gulch and wet your whistle to the handsomeness of the North
Shore's spectacular views. Coordinators Grant Oka, ph 674-1459
and Carole Moon, ph 956-3689.
Jan 17-19, Sat-Mon MOKULE'IA CAMPOUT
(17 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Makaha)
Come for a walk on the wild side; an 8+ mile backpack into one
of the last isolated wilderness areas on O'ahu. Start on Makaha
side and head in on Kuaokala trail. Hike following the new Makua
Valley rim fence or drop down on the road and hike in from Peacock
Flats. The only way in is on foot! Enjoy fireside chats, experimenting
with new foods, Hanafuda and companionship. Also a day hike to
see how far the fence has been installed. Reserve early with coordinator
Joyce Tomlinson, ph 674-1459.
Jan 18 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY KALENA
(7 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Schofield)
A heart thumping hike with fantastic views of the Wai'anae coastline
and views of the Ko'olau mountains. A daring crossover the dike
and narrow sections of the trail require extreme caution, the
faint-of-heart be forewarned. Coordinator Dave Sanford, ph 488-4419.
Jan 24 Sat 8AM PU'U O HULU
(4 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Ma'ili)
This rocky scramble on the edge of the Wai'anae coastline requires
extra caution in some spots but rewards the hiker with panoramic
views. Coordinator Fred Dodge, ph 696-4677.
Jan 24 Sat 7:30 PM Clubhouse "Debbie Does Nepal", a Himalayan Trekking Slide Show
Deborah Uchida spent three months in the Himalayas trekking across
four mountain ranges to the great Tibetan plateau. These are the
lands of alpine meadows, Buddhist monasteries, nomadic people,
blizzards and endless days of snowy wilderness peaks -- climbing
"into thin air" on a 20,100 foot summit. So dust off
your crampons and ice axes and come down to the HTM clubhouse.
Bring rice cakes or pay $1.00 at the door.
Jan 25 Sun MT. OLYMPUS Trail Maintenance
Jan 25 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY PALEHUA RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: LIMIT OF 15
(2 Mi/Novice/Ridge/Makakilo)
Portions of our route pass through areas with sensitive ecosystems,
hence our need to limit the number of hikers, thereby reducing
the impact to the area. Enjoy the native flora and the great views
from atop the Wai'anae summit. Coordinator Roy Kikuta, ph 623-2427.
Feb 1 Sun LANIPO Trail Maintenance
Feb 1 Sun 8AM MT. OLYMPUS
(6 Mi/ Intermediate/Ridge/St. Louis Hts.)
Starting from the towering pines of Wa'ahila State Park we hike
for a while on a state-maintained trail. As the climb steepens,
the trail narrows and becomes more difficult; we'll find mud and
very steep drop-offs. We finish after a breathless ascent which
commands an equally breathtaking view (weather permitting) of
Maunawili Valley, the Windward coast, and a peek into the hidden
crater - Ka'au. Coordinators Jay Feldman and Will Kawano, ph 539-9734.
Feb 8 Sun HALAWA RIDGE Trail Maintenance
Feb 8 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY KAMAILE'UNU
(7 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Wai'anae)
With 'Ohikilolo fenced, Kamaile'unu stands alone as the most difficult
hike on O'ahu. On the way up experience chronic pain from the
steep, rough climb. On top experience intense pleasure in resting
and taking in the sweeping view. On the way down experience partial
meltdown from the sun roasted rocks. Coordinator Arnold Fujioka,
ph 625-9431.
Feb 14 Sat 9AM WAIMANO POOL
(3 Mi/Novice/Valley/Pacific Palisades)
A delightful hike to a cool waterfall and a great swimming hole.
Getting there requires nimble footwork down cardiac hill. It is
recommended that you take your time hiking back up cardiac hill
to avoid cardiac arrest. No skinny dipping, swim suits required.
Coordinator Phil Booth, ph 627-1693.
Feb 15 Sun HAU'ULA UKA Trail Maintenance
Feb 15 Sun 8AM LANIPO
(7 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Kaimuki)
A "bullish" trail in that at the onset you buy in views
of Ka'au Crater with her cool, cascading waterfall; then experience
her tumultuous ups and downs in expectation of a price increase
of her arousing, intense views at the summit. Coordinator
Dayle Turner, ph 455-0258.
Feb 21 Sat 7:30PM Clubhouse "Don't Cry for Guy Argentina", a slide show on Argentina and Brazil by Guy Archer and Andrea Bartlett.
This twosome recently went to visit three southern provinces of
South America and besides enjoying the wine of the region, they
did some sight seeing. They saw Iguacu Falls which is five times
larger than Niagara Falls, Tierra del Fuego (Land of Fire) at
the southern tip of South America where Magellan sailed through
and the Peninsula Valdes, home of wildlife, like sea lions and
right whales. Bring a Spanish interpreter, a Madonna-like creature,
a taco or pay $1 at the door.
Feb 22 Sun MAKAPU'U TOM-TOM Trail Maintenance
Feb 22 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY KO'OLAU REPRISE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: LIMIT OF 30
(5 Mi/Novice/Ridge/Ko'olau)
This one-time opportunity to redo this gentle contour trail is
sure to be popular, so get your reservations with the coordinator
in early. Coordinator Steve Brown, ph 836-4940.
Feb 28 Sat 9AM LIKEKE
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Hillside/Kane'ohe)
This Dick Davis original has gone through a few changes but still
retains its woodsy rambling character. Lunch is near a small waterfall
beneath the Nu'uanu Pali lookout. Coordinator Donna Davis-Brown,
ph 422-7830.
Mar 1 Sun SCHOFIELD-WAIKANE Trail Maintenance
Mar 1 Sun 8AM HALAWA RIDGE
(14 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Halawa)
Starting in North Halawa Valley after slithering your way up a
side ridge and hoofing the dirt road, you come to the crossover
which leads to South Halawa Valley and on to unsurpassed views
at the summit. Coordinator Ken Suzuki, ph 845-4691.
Mar 8 Sun NIHOA GULCH Trail Maintenance
Mar 8 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY KO'OLAU SURPRISE
(4 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Makapu'u)
Enjoy ridge walking at its best - windswept summits, narrow ledges,
and steep dropoffs. The descent looks impossible until you do
it. Coordinator Mike Mottl, ph 254-6360.
Mar 14 Sat 9AM HAU'ULA UKA
(6 Mi/Intermediate/Ridge/Hau'ula)
We start on the Hau'ula Loop Trail but before long diverge and
head mauka with Kaipapa'u Gulch below us. After lunch we descend
a connecting ridge which takes us back to the Hau'ula Loop Trail
and heading back to the starting point. Coordinator Joe Bussen,
ph 262-5506.
Mar 15 Sun WAIMANO Trail Maintenance
Mar 15 Sun 8AM SCHOFIELD-WAIKANE
(9 Mi/Advanced/Ridge/Wahiawa)
The central Ko'olau range is long, vast, and often muddy. Expect
a summit view if good weather prevails. No matter what the weather,
expect a wild, long trek. Coordinator Grant Oka, ph 674-1459.
Mar 22 Sun MOANALUA Trail Maintenance
Mar 22 Sun 8AM MEMBERS ONLY NIHOA GULCH
(6Mi/Advanced/Ridge/ Mokule'ia)
This new rocky scramble leads us up above the Mokule'ia coastal
shelf to connect with the Kuokala Trail. The route then meanders
over to the Kealia Trail and back down to the starting elevation.
Extra caution is required in some places - don't trust them cables!
Coordinator Steve Poor, ph 638-8387.
Mar 28 Sat 7:30 PM Clubhouse, Koke'e, Kona and Kilauea, slide show by John Hoover.
John Hoover will once again take us to some off-the-beaten-track
spots in Hawai'i, including (but not limited to) the Alaka'i Swamp,the
south Kona coast and the Kilauea area of the Big Island. If pressed,
he will also show some remarkable underwater pictures taken while
hiking. Bring fish sticks or pay a dollar at the door.
Mar 28 Sat 9AM MAKAPU'U POINT
(2 Mi/Novice/Hillside/Makapu'u)
Come join our annual expedition on this spectacular coastline
hike. You're sure to see a lighthouse and perhaps a whale or two.
Coordinator Zon Owen, ph 597-8493.
Mar 29 Sun 8AM WAIMANO
(14 Mi/Advanced/Contour/Pearl City)
Waimano is our longest scheduled hike, but it doesn't seem like
it. The miles go quickly because the path is so well graded and
wide open. Thanks go to the Civilian Conservation Corps which
built the trail in the thirties and our own club members who have
maintained it since. Coordinator John Hall, ph 377-5442.
Apr 5 Sun 2PM Clubhouse ANNUAL MEETING
All are invited to take part in the business side of our club. Reports of the past year as well as planning for the next year will be discussed. Your vote is important. Come early and enjoy the beach.
Apr 10 Fri 9AM ULUPA'U HEAD
(1/2 Mi/Novice/Shoreline/Mokapu)
Good Friday's the best day to do this pilgrimage to plumage as we view the baby booby birds. Wear a hat as protection from the dive bombing parents. Coordinator Donna Davis-Brown, ph 422-7830.
Apr 12 Sun 8AM MOANALUA
(10 Mi/Intermediate/Valley/Moanalua)
The first trek takes us into the historic Damon family summer
estate. The cobble-stoned road crosses turn of the century hand
built bridges and a famous petroglyph rock. Finally, into the
valley with its numerous stream crossings, hau tree tangles and
steep final ascent that brings us to a windswept panoramic view
of Haiku Valley, H-3, and Kane'ohe Bay. Coordinator John Hoover,
ph 528-1206.
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