Great hike, more challenging than I had expected. It was pretty steep at some points and the walkway was pretty rough. It started nicely paved and ended up pretty rocky. We saw a bunch of people that had to stop on the way because they couldn't make it. Hardest part was the tunnel after the first staircase. Everyone in that tunnel was huffing and puffing. My tips? Bring water. I overheard a ton of people saying how they wished they brought water. And don't try to park at the top. If you're late, wait for a spot before the driving tunnel up the hill. read more

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Nice hike with beautiful views. Multiple rest stops for taking in the scenery or if you're tired. You will see folks from all age groups. read more

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Diamond head is nice to admire from afar but also a great experience if you choose to take a closer look. We made two attempts to come here since the park is closed from Monday to Wednesday, on our visit on Thursday we were impressed with how organized the whole visit was. We love how systematic the entrance fee and parking here. It was crazy busy when we got there but we were able to park in less than 5 minutes. Allow an ample amount of time when visiting here especially if you want to trek up to the summit, which is the highlight of the visit. Once you reached the summit you get the reward of the fantastic view of Waikiki and Honolulu. The view is amazing and priceless and it was worth the trek! read more

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The perfect spot for a little picnic lunch! The views are spectacular! Just beatiful and amazing! I never really came out here before, but lately its been my go to. I love coming here to view the beautiful beach and scenery while having lunch along the wall with the people that I love. There are ample parking spaces in front of the look out. I've been very lucky to get a parking space. Whenever I visit DHL, I noticed other people are here to enjoy their lunch while sitting along the wall or some choose to eat in their vehicles enjoying the scenery. Just for your information, if you choose to eat here, there are trash cans available for your conveinence. So, please... malama (take care) our aina (land) and throw your opala (rubbish) away! So, if you are searching for that perfect place to enjoy a picnic lunch, go and pick up some poke...spam musubi...okazuya...or bento from your favorite local eatery and take it to DIAMOND HEAD LOOKOUT for an epic experience! You'll thank me for that! read more

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Great intermediate hike. Well kept and it looks like more improvements are on the horizon. Loved walking through the bunker with the spiral staircase read more

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This was my first time in Honolulu and was told this was a must see. I would recommend getting there early (we arrived before 10) and either taking an Uber or walking as parking fills up quickly. It was $5 for a visitor pass and well worth it! We spent about an hour and a half on the hike which included many photo ops and taking in the views. I will be honest and say I'm not in the best shape and get a little anxious with heights. There were some moments uphill/stairs that I struggled through and the short walk in the cave with a child in front of me panicking was not so fun. Going down was a breeze--lol. Some parts were closed off due to covid--lighthouse and low caves. I didn't realize how high I was until returning to my hotel (37th floor) and seeing the peak tower over me. read more

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This is a good hike that is considered easy but I would still treat it as a hike. Wear proper shoes and don't carry a purse, use a backpack. I saw a lot of international tourists do this hike in a long dress or jeans, carrying a large purse. I guarantee they were uncomfortable. We got there around 8 am but it was still hot by the time we reached the top back in the summer. There are stairs but mostly it's just uneven rocks, be very careful you don't twist your ankle. The stairs at the top are daunting and there are a ton of people up there. Still the views are amazing. We bought some souvenirs from the shop at the park and the youngish girl (maybe teens or in her 20s) ringing up the purchase was rude. Maybe she had a bad day but she was snippy when asking if I wanted a receipt and basically threw my items at me then yelled at me when I politely asked if they had a bag. They don't have bags by the way. I would have appreciated if she told me instead of screaming it and giving attitude. read more

Sunday 10AM Lyft drop off before the tunnel. From the tunnel, it's about a short 5-10 minute walk before the pay machines. There's a very long line but it moves very quickly if have cash for the cash-only pay machine. Entry is $5. Total time from payment to the top was about 20 minutes. It's a decent incline all the way. For anyone from San Jose who's done a few rounds at Mission Peak or Windy Hill Preserve, you are well prepared. The view at the top is crowded. I'm always amazed that despite most of the people being tourists--everyone is courteous, polite, and friendly. People will take pictures for you and give you your photo opportunity. Hardly any one is wearing a mask but at least there were lots of smiles and great attitudes enjoying the beautiful weather. read more

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Great spot to come for a moderately challenging hike with scenic views. The sites are worth the trek up the mountain and the end after coming back down is a rewarding treat of coconuts and shave ice. Definitely a worthwhile visit during your stay in Waikiki. 5 Yelp stars. read more

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I always enjoy hiking Diamondhead when in Honolulu. It can get a bit hot, so be sure to bring water. I always forget about the easier route and usually remember when I'm halfway up those killer steps. The view at the end is amazing, though. Word to the wise, don't wear flip flops or slippers, the terrain is a bit rough, and I've seen several people sprain their ankles. Always and enjoyable hike! read more

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Cool place to hike to the top. the view is beautiful with city and Waikiki beach . I recommend going on the morning time or after 3 pm. It is a family friendly hike. If u are visiting the island then u need to make reservations on their website but locals are good to go without reservation. They charge to park the car and entrance fee... enjoy and stay active read more

Observation point at the top of Diamond Head, at the end of the hike. Great views of Waikiki and other parts of Oahu. For some, the views are the point. The summit is 560 feet above the start of the hike, and 0.8 miles of walking (each way). 760 feet above sea level. I didn't have cell phone service here, so be prepared for that. It's not the most difficult hike, but it might be hard for some. Make sure you bring water. Someone passed out while I was here. They sent in a helicopter to evacuate her. read more

The view on top is amazing. It's such a breathtaking view of Waikiki beach and Honolulu. The hike itself is a short 1.6 mile hike. It is straight incline up. There are two paths at the top. One is considered the easier way and the other the harder way. I opted to take the harder way which went inside a building with a looped stairwell. Diamond Head is considered one the most popular hikes on Oahu. It does get crowded so it's recommended to come early. There is a fruit truck that sells fruit and drinks. It's cash only. read more

We got to Diamond Head Lookout at a time where there weren't that many people around so we were able to enjoy the amazing views for a while. There is also a nice picnic area a short drive down where we ate lunch with some very social chickens. read more

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Ok so you look at see 0.80 miles and you think easy peasy! Now I'm not saying it's hard...but for sure wear workout clothes! You'll be sweating and it's mostly uphill so you'll be breathing hard. As a non-hiker I thought it was enjoyable but I saw some people doubled over on the side of the path who were not having a good time. Be prepared. Bring water, take your time, and don't wear jeans! (You would be surprised how many people I saw in jeans) It's a workout. Now my favorite part was at the end there was a truck that sold pineapple smoothies...soooo good and so tasty and refreshing! read more

Still a must-go for all first time Hawaii visitors, since you get to hike to the top of a volcano crater and see the incredible sights of Waikiki beach. It's about a 30-40 minute hike (1.5 hours roundtrip). Beginning friendly - actually one of the easier hikes in Hawaii, although definitely bring some water and prepare to rest especially if it's hot out. It starts off flat, but gets more steep and there's more stairs toward the end. Once you get to the top, there's a small area for you to take pictures of the ocean touching Waikiki beach. The views are truly amazing and iconic to any Oahu trip. That being said, if you've done this hike before in the past, you can consider doing another Hawaii hike. First, this hike is pretty simple and straightforward. It's not a big challenge, so there's less of a feeling of accomplishment. Second, they decided to start charging an admission for the hike. While it was free before, they have started charging $10 for parking PLUS $5 per person. That being said, it's still a really fun hike with incredible views. If you've never been, it's definitely not a sight you want to miss! read more

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The lookout itself is gorgeous. I'm totally a fan of breathtaking views. Now getting to the top of Diamond Head to get those views is another matter that I'm not a fan of due to the unprepared folks who go up the mountain. I hike almost every weekend and this wasn't very difficult but it's more of a mental challenge to be patient when needed. To avoid all that mess, you can stay outside of the park and find the outside views which is where this lookout is and not necessarily at the hike like many reviews are talking about. Stay around the Diamond Head beach area, take your photos there if you're not able to get up the mountain. read more

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So many stairs. I am not a hiker or an outdoors person so take this review with a grain of salt. The start of the trail is paved and I was already breathing heavy. The trail has a lot of hand rails which was amazing and so helpful. There is a long dim tunnel you have to track through, our claustrophobic friend had a tough time with it. After that, there were so so many stairs. I thought I was going to die. The views were amazing and almost worth it. read more

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An incredible climb worth all the effort! Highly recommend to all ages and nature enthusiasts. You can take your time. Definitely you want to bring your own water bottle or you can purchase 16 ounce waters from the vending machine. It will not disappoint! read more

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Vehicle parking: $10 per car Hiking Ticket: $5 per hiker (machines accept credit cards only) Hike: fairly easy if you are fit, but the steps and incline may be challenging for those who don't hike a lot. The tunnel/steps is the hardest part of all! There are a lot of pull out areas for those that need a rest break/stop break. There are clear signs to not trespass the fences to get to the helicopter pad so keep that in mind. Views: definitely worth the money as the peak gets you great views on honolulu and the surrounding areas. Protip: If parking lot is full, the staff created a queue for cars so you can wait in line for a space. If you go early in the morning, there should be spaces available, but be prepared to wait if you go later in the day. read more

This is one of those hikes that you should do once in your life. It's not a difficult hike (just a lot of steps), and the road is paved so you wouldn't have to worry about the trail being muddy. It took us a little over an hour, roundtrip. Along the way, you'll get great views of the Pacific, and an awesome one of Waikiki once you get to the top. The reason why I say once is because it is overrun with tourists (I'm one of them). It is way too crowded and was a bit difficult to enjoy the view at the top since everyone is trying to catch a glimpse. The parking lot ($5) was already full when we got there at around 9:30 am. We waited on the line to get a spot, which took about 20 minutes - which I must say, they do have a pretty organized system. Worth the trek, but just make sure you go SUPER early to avoid a full lot, and the hoards of tourists. read more

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Worth the hike!!! Parking can be hard to find and it gets full really early in the morning. We parked down the street and just walked up. It costs $5 per person but it is so worth the hike. They say it takes about 45 minutes to get to the top and about 35 minutes to get down. We did it slightly faster. I am not a hiker and thought this trail was fun, relatively easy. It is slightly tight at certain spots. There is one section where it is all stairs or you enter a dark cave. Overall the experience and views is breath-taking. read more

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Do this hike. You won't be disappointed. Be prepared though it isn't hard but it isn't just a stroll in the park. The only bathroom is at the beginning of the trail so stop there. read more

Amazing hike! Anyone could do this hike & the views at the top were worth it! I'd recommend taking a morning slot to beat the heat. read more

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It is beautiful. The hike takes about 30 minutes and its not really hiking the natural mountain, there is a man-made road that you take so it should be fairly easy but I sweat a little bit not gonna lie cause its hot and also it can get a bit steep at some areas. It is well worth it though. The view is amazing. Tip: Bring water to drink. Pro Tip: Go when there arent that many people so you can get better pics, its crowded af. read more

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I took A LOT of pictures but I won't overwhelm the post with them! As others mention in their reviews I'd highly recommend coming early before 10AM. There was a bit of a line when we arrived but we didn't wait more than 5 minutes! There is a small gift shop and a place to grab food and water before or after your hike! The hike itself is pretty easy I'd say but there are a couple spots where the incline is pretty tough and that gets your heart rate up. But nothing too strenuous the trail isn't perfectly paved so be careful when walking! There are several spots where it gets pretty tight but 95% of the people I saw where correctly wearing masks! You probably won't be standing still for too long though so it's easy to move past them! The views are definitely what you come for though and they are worth it! Bit of exercise to see these views is nothing! read more

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Be prepared for the most epic, scenic and stunning views. But to get there you must persevere. Yes, this is a "beginner hike"- but it's not quite easy. Lots of uphill walking, uneven under foot and then the stairs. Oh the stairs but it's worth it. Plus you can bribe your kids with dole whip at the bottom when you return. And yes. It's the best Dole whip you'll ever have. Best views in Waikiki. read more

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I was shocked when three of us arrived to the main gate on motorbikes and they told us it would be $10 each for parking! Each motorbike is charged separately and there no choice but to turn around and exit to the main street and walk all the way back in. This was a big hassle because it added another mile of walking. I was very disappointed that they don't treat motorbikes as a bicycle since they are less than 50cc and are allowed to ride in the bike lane in Hawaii. The State Park should promote eco friendly vehicles and be happy that there are less cars clogging up their parking area. They just started charging $5 for each person to enter the hike. This is new! Everyone pays when walking up the main trail where there is a kiosk that collects your ticket. The hike is fantastic and there are many rest spots for those not in great shape. It takes about 30 minutes to go to the top. There is a food truck with refreshments at the parking area with surprisingly decent prices. Only $5 for a bento box and about $6 for a fruit cone. The big Açaí Pineapple, it's $12. To our surprise, at the very top was a bag pipe player entertaining the crowd. read more

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It's always good to come here. Hawaii one of the easiest hike with a beautiful view at the top. I feel bit pricy but at least once you have to see it. I come here 3-4 times a year. Also you can get the best ice cream on the whole island. Right here. read more

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This past Sunday, there are so many cars that you need to wait until someone leaves. We were lucky that someone pulled out on the side. Our jack russell terrer dog didn't want to walk because it was hot so he was carried by his owner . The left side by the mountain had no railing but the right side had railings. If someone passed by, you may have to stop by the mountain. The walk going down was not too bad. Once you make it down, the slope to the beach is kinda of steep but it was worth the walk down. Most people on the beach were not wearing face masks. There must had been good waves and blue waves only in Hawaii. The walk going up was killers because of the slope so we needed to rest in between. read more

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IF you are a first-time Hawaii visitor and have free time, then check this place out. Otherwise, there are so many more hikes with better views and less people that you can do. The last time we hiked here, we thought 5am would be early enough, but not one, but THREE Asian tour buses beat us to it. The sunrise sure was a challenge and patience tester. I am very surprised too how much they're commercializing this hike. The entire start is all paved with railings, it felt more like we were walking in a museum than a trail. read more

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If you are staying in the Waikiki area I recommend going on this hike! It's easy to take at your own pace and even in the heat of the afternoon there were people of all ages hiking it. The 1.6 hike starts off at the base where they check your ticket. Keep in mind that you have to make a reservation online ($5/ person) and they are 1 hour time slots which was basically the time it took to get up and down with a few rest stops + picture taking. The hike starts off with a paved path and even in the areas that are not paved it is still very smooth to walk on and the trail spirals up making it feel less steep. I went at 1pm and would across recommend good walking shoes + water and sunscreen. The view up top was very worth it and going on a clear day made it more perfect. It was not crowded at the top and had great views to take pictures of without a crowd of people around. read more

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The trail was pretty bumpy so we had to constantly look down to make sure we didn't trip. My kids said they enjoyed the lighthouse trail better than this one but still had a good time. The views were amazing. Very tight spaces so if you don't like being close to people maybe not for you. read more

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Confusing parking/reservations situation but after that was figured out, It was definitely a great hike! You have to go online ahead of time to make reservations to either walk in or park inside. And yes; they will enforce that! But once you hike the trail the view is definitely worth the effort!! read more

Pro tip: park closes at 4pm they do not allow cars through the tunnel after 4pm even Ubers. They also charge a ticket fee to enter I think around 4 dollars for tourists, free for residence. The hike is pretty chill but also a fun adventure! The first area is a nice walking path that eventually goes into a dirt path the higher you go up. There is a resting outlook spot that overlooks the crater before going up the first stairs into a tunnel. The tunnel is not very tall so might have to duck if your 6 ft or taller. After the tunnel you can take a break at a viewing area. The next part you can pick from straight stairs into the pill box or the scenic view which is not as direct. We took the stairs which was really fun to see inside, then into up to the 360 view of Waikiki and diamondhead crater. We were lucky to even get a rainbow view. read more

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This was a nice park and a good hike. There are two different ways to do it. We went the way with the stairs. The view at the top is amazing and worth the walk. There is no shade, so wear sunblock and drink water. You need to make a reservation on order to go and park. There are public bathrooms. read more

Go go go!!! Really nice views of Honolulu. Tough walk but take your time. Be careful not to twist an ankle. Other lookout points on your way to the top. I highly recommend going if you are in Honolulu. read more

Amazing! Great workout with an unforgettable view. Just an awesome experience. Plus there's food trucks at the bottom. Never been to such a park. Definitely feel privileged to have this experience. Free to residents & $5 to get in for us tourist and if you park there's a charge for that too. There's tunnels, steep steps to climb, and narrow paths to push up and pass other hikers but totally worth every step. To say you hiked up the inactive volcanic trail and enjoyed pineapple smoothies while sitting in its greenery is a blessing! read more

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Beautiful scenery. There's a tunnel at one point to travel to the top. Amazing time to see a outstanding view of islands while exercising. Arrived at 10:00 on a Thursday it wasn't packed but wasn't light either. read more

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What an amazing hike and view at the end. Such a god deal to visit one of the most beautiful places.