Makiki Trail is part of the Honolulu Mauka Trail System. The trail descends into Makiki Valley and contours for approximately 1.1 miles to reach Round Top Drive on the east side. Vegetation along the trail includes swamp mahagony, eucalyptus, and some native Hawaiian plants. This trail connects with Kanealole and Maunalaha Trail, forming a popular loop hike. This trail also intersects other trails including Nahuina, Ualakaa and Moleka Trails.

Do not use any trail or access road that is not delineated by name and color and that may also be displayed on these maps. The marked features are managed for public recreational use. Other trails or roads that branch off from the public features may be on private property, and are not managed for any public recreational use. Access is subject to adjacent landowner approval, and if used without authorization, you will be trespassing and possibly putting yourself at risk.

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Directions: From Honolulu, Proceed uphill, towards the mountain (mauka) on Tantalus Drive. Approximately 1/2 way to thetop, look for the trailhead sign on the right hand side of the road. Prior to the Makiki Valley Trailhead sign, there is a small parking area on the corner. You may park here.

Distance: 1.1 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

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