DLNR News Release – TRAIL MAINTENANCE BRINGS MODIFIED HOURS TO MĀNOA FALLS, March 23, 2026

STATE OF HAWAIʻI

KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI

JOSH GREEN, M.D.

GOVERNOR

KE KIAʻĀINA

DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES

KA 'OIHANA KUMUWAIWAI 'ĀINA

RYAN KANAKA'OLE

ACTING CHAIRPERSON

TRAIL MAINTENANCE BRINGS MODIFIED HOURS TO MĀNOA FALLS; LATE MARCH INTO APRIL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 23 , 2026

HONOLULU - Trail improvements and maintenance work will temporarily affect weekday access to the Mānoa Falls Trail during portions of the weeks of March 30 and April 6. The popular

hiking trail, located at the back of O'ahu's Mānoa Valley, will be open the Good Friday state holiday weekend.

Modified hours:

Monday, March 30 - Thursday, April 2

Closed 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Open 2 p.m. to sunset

Friday, April 3 - Sunday, April 5 (Good Friday state holiday weekend)

Open 6 a.m. to sunset

Monday, April 6 - Friday, April 10

Closed 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Open 2 p.m. to sunset

Each year, heavy foot traffic and the valley's consistently wet climate contribute to conditions that require attention including erosion, trail degradation and heavy vegetation growth. Recent

storms have also contributed to trail damage and slippery conditions. Nā Ala Hele Trail and Access Program staff at the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) will work with partners

and volunteers to address these issues and ensure a safe and pleasant experience for trail users.

During the closure, hikers are encouraged to explore alternative trails nearby such as the Puʻu Pia Trail or Makiki Valley Loop. Other hiking options on Oʻahu can be found at the Nā Ala Hele

Program website or the OuterSpatial app .

The Mānoa Falls Trail will reopen to regular hours once maintenance is completed, no later than April 11, 2026.

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