The Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club Trail Report
KA’AU CRATER

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Trails are listed below solely as a guide and do not imply right to public access or safe hiking condition. HTMC accepts no responsibility for accuracy of the data listed below.

Length: - 6 miles round trip
Hike difficulty: - intermediate
Type of hike: - Steep Valley-Ridge
Locale: - Palolo
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Hike description: Lush vegetation, a swimming hole, waterfalls, a fascinating crater, and a superb open ridge walk along the Ko’olau summit, featuring outstanding views of Honolulu and Windward O’ahu. Use extra caution on the steep, badly eroded east rim. 

2009