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The sun beating down and the lack of shade can make this hike extremely hot midday. Great hike for the family children and elders.

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Diamond head an ancient volcanic crater has been extinct for around 150000 yearsfortunately as the massive crater looms over waikiki.

Diamond head crater oahu. Tripadvisor gives a certificate of excellence to accommodations attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travelers. Diamond head is a volcanic cone on the hawaiian island of oahu and is the most popular hawaii state park. The honolulu volcanic series is a series of volcanic eruption events that created many of oahus well known landmarks including punchbowl crater hanauma bay koko head and manana island in addition to diamond head. Diamond head road honolulu oahu hi. We were offered walking sticks and water before we started our hike. Oahu nature tours promptly picked us up to start our adventure to the top of diamond head. Hawaiis most recognized landmark is known for its historic hiking trail stunning coastal views and military history. Diamond head state monument encompasses over 475 acres including the interior and outer slopes of the crater. Hawaiians call it leahi brow of the tuna in reference to the formations ridgeline which resembles the tuna fishs dorsal fin. The unique profile of diamond head leahi sits prominently near the eastern edge of waikikis coastline. Going early in the morning helps avoid heat and the large crowds. Diamond head like the rest of the honolulu volcanic series is much younger than the main mass of the koolau mountain range. Once at the top there are beautiful views of waikiki beach the city of honolulu diamond head crater and the surrounding valleys. What is certificate of excellence. The guide was very knowledgeable about all things such as the flora and fauna and history of diamond head.

All photos 758 certificate of excellence. The short but steep trail to diamond heads 760 foot summit gives a 360 degree view of oahu from abovethe.