If you love a lush jungle walk that feels straight out of a movie, Manoa Falls Trail in Honolulu is calling your name. The path climbs gently through emerald forest toward a 150-foot waterfall that sends a silvery veil into a rocky pool.
Mist cools your face while bamboo clicks softly and birds call from the canopy. Locals talk about rain that arrives in a heartbeat, so you learn to welcome the mud as part of the fun.
Some visitors whisper about legends and unexplained chills near the falls, described as stories rather than proven fact. Step onto the trail and you might catch that same shiver of wonder beneath the waterfall.
Where the trail begins
Start at the Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead in the Manoa Valley, a short drive from Waikiki. The official address lists Honolulu, HI 96822, and parking is available in a paid lot near the entrance. A brown state trail sign and a small information kiosk with rules and safety reminders mark the spot…