I can't believe I haven't done this sooner. This hike was a great kid friendly fat burner. It is all uphill so we definitely felt the burn on the way in. The hike is about 0.5 mile each way so it's a relatively short hike to spectacular views. It is kid friendly BUT I cannot stress this enough - please please please stay near your children as it is on a ridge that does not have any guard rails so if you are not paying attention your child can lose their footing and tumble or fall down the ridge. We encountered too many kids not being supervised and I had to actually help someone else's child away from the ledge as he almost took a step and fell down. Personally my kids are experienced hikers but I am still sure to have them close especially on trails that are on ridges. read more

Kolekole Pass Road - Local Flavor Near Me

Vertical hike....don't look down! First the entrance is accessed via Schofield Barracks so you'll need to know someone that can get in....drive all the way towards the back. Schofield is huge, so you'll go past the blue painted school on the left and training ground on the right. The road ends, you'll see a bunch of cars parked and a sign that says "Hiking trail". As with many trails, the start looks deceptively easy. If the trail is muddy, you'll slide. If it's dry like today, you'll slide and skid. So be sure to wear shoes with tread and gloves to grab branches and rocks as you climb up, and slide down. Vertical climb up....so be prepared. Gorgeous views of the ocean, mountains and beyond. read more

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My family really enjoyed this hike (kids 5yrs, 9yr old ) . It's probably the shortest hike we've done with beautiful views . I would say this hike is fairly easy for little ones to do . There are some climbing and some parts steeper than others but with assistance I think little ones wouldn't have a problem . You have to make sure this hike is open since they close it when the range is hot . Dogs are allowed. read more

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Cant believe I wasted this long to hike this trail! Located on schofield barracks, it is really easy to find just by following the road to the end of kolekole pass road. The entrance of the trail is hard to miss and there are tons of parking. Definitely rated one of my favorite hikes. Super kid friendly, easy, with a great view at the end of the hike. read more

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Today's lovely hike on this trail with kids and even a small puppy was spotted on this trail ! It was a easy trail with a bit of an incline but ropes to help you alongside. The view at the end of the trail was worth going it was a lovely day and seeing across the island towards Waianae was great ! I believe there are more difficult trails you can do if you keep going but since we had kids with us we decided to cut the trip short! read more

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Short & quick hike with rewarding views...Awesome!!!!! Darn...I need more than that in order for this review to "stick"...so I'll add my 2 cents in addition to other reviews and try not to repeat what has already been said. Several reviews have already stated that this is on Army property and how to access it so I don't want to repeat all that...you get it. I will however add this website: http://www.garrison.hawaii.army.mil/info/hiking.htm This gives you the most up to date information on when the trail is open, who can access....when, etc. I will say that the main trail is a short hike. The beginning is a little steep, but honestly its the worst part and it doesn't last long. Get past that and its pretty easy. The views at the top are quite rewarding. Normally you have to go on some pretty challenging and/or timely hikes to get the views that you do here in a very short time. Plus, it is very easy to take children and even babies. It's well worth the stop. I believe I was told it was only about a 1/2 mile each way. The hike is located at the end of Trimble Road and the parking lot is small. When the lot is full you can park along the road. It gets really congested where the parking is. When you see cars parked as you come down the road...you're there...slow down. I watched 4 cars come down that road full speed ahead and slam on their brakes when they saw people, kids, other cars trying to maneuver, and the dead end (which is a gate). There aren't really any signs until you're there, so be prepared to slow down and stop. There are a lot of families, kids and elderly around so slow down. It's a dead end anyway...you aren't going anywhere except turning around or parking. You probably will encounter a lot of people even though it's a short hike. Why? Well...its not open that much!!! Please respect the property when you are there. We took the hike and it was clear of any trash...wonderful! On the way back down we saw (and picked up) candy wrappers, baby wipes and a ziploc baggie. Seriously? This is awesome that the Army opens this up to us, so please clean up after yourselves and don't expect others to do it for you. Enjoy this "treat" (for the lack of a better term), stay safe, respect other hikers and especially the land....alas...have a good time! You're going to love it! read more

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It's a really fun short hike. I enjoyed it. Baby wearing friendly and dog friendly as well. The views are also pretty nice. No complaints at all. Probably the easiest hike I've done in Hawaii. It's only open certain weekends so I would plan accordingly. read more

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Being a paranoid mom of a very energetic and unpredictable six year old boy, I've always left him at home when his sister and I would go hiking. I'm terrified that he might just start running and fall off a cliff so when I decided to take both kids on a hike, they both received long winded safety lectures. Kolekole, sometimes known as Kolekole Pass Road is the Schofield Barracks walking-hiking path that is less than a mile in and out that overlooks Waianae. It is a well maintained and clearly marked trail. If you are not a DOD ID card holder, you can enter through Lyman gate and gain base access when you provide your ID, car registration, safety check, and car insurance. You'll also need to check the U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii Facebook page for when the trail is open. https://www.facebook.com/usaghawaii/?fref=ts The trailhead is located at the end of Trimble Road. You'll know when you get there as there will be a no access gate and a small parking area on your left. We arrived at the trail around 9:30am and since it was overcast, it was nice and cool. There were already plenty of parked cars and other families on the trail. This was a great beginner trail for my son since it wasn't very long, but included steep stairs and tricky roots that he thought was exciting. Both kids had the most fun just climbing a tree. I enjoyed the view at the top, but still had to keep a close eye on both kids as I didn't want them getting too close to the edge. read more

So I had heard that the Japanese planes were first spotted by radar operators stationed at Kolekole Pass when they bombed Schofield Barracks and Pearl Harbor. Being a military history buff and former military brat, I did a little research and found the road that leads up to the pass. I first visited the 25th Infantry Tropical Lighting division's museum at Schofield Barracks before driving up there and was glad I did. My father served with them during the Viet Nam war, stationed in the Golden Triangle region. Upon getting to the top, I was surprised to find a trail with a sign that said Kolekole Pass Rock with a story about an old woman who guarded the trail. See photo. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/7Hb7t6KLF55GxDNLsZRttw?select=EH3zCFRVUfCkHxhWoXmjpg I scrambled up the trail, which was extremely steep and had signs warning of how dangerous it was. The trees were rustling in the wind and I had a creepy feeling up there. I read somewhere that the ghosts of Hawaiian Warriors march through the pass and will bump you if you get in their way. There is a cell phone tower there and the rock is up a trail to the right. The rock is weird because it's just sitting there by itself with an indention where I assume the beheadings of defeated chiefs took place. See photo. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/7Hb7t6KLF55GxDNLsZRttw?select=YKUoLhTQr-TAmTXYP-a6Xw Go past the tower and to the left is a trail which gives you a view of the pass and the valley below. It's an awesome view and worth the hike up. See photo. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/7Hb7t6KLF55GxDNLsZRttw?select=t4PA7TuIg2TCxBkVuRw7AA Coming back down the path to the parking lot, there were two Military Police vehicles checking out my car, but just drove off when I got to the parking lot. So don't do anything stupid up there because there is a manned gate just up the road and they do patrol the area. read more

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Located on Schofield Barracks, this road used to be open as a military passage/highway from Waianae to Wahiawa. Closed because of a landslide and now used as ammunition test sites. It's hit and miss to find a time when the gates are open to hike. Take Trimble all the way to the end and that's the main hike. I am sure there are tons of other trails but with such a steep drop off I'm good on the main road. There's parking in a dirt lot and street parking available. Only hike during the weekend and when there is no live fire. This is only for the main trail, but I would call it the hangover hike. Something you "hike" with your friends when you need to show them a cool spot but can hardly move because of what went down last night. Super easy for young kids, just carry them up a couple stairs and the rest is pretty flat. It's shady and oh so breezy. But it is all about the view. Every direction I looked I was speechless! Ocean view, jutting up mountains, sheer rock faces, rolling valleys, it was spectacular! The best part is this cute little bench at the end of the trail. To sit and just stare out at the forbidden side with nothing but the howling wind at your back was so peaceful. Be careful and never get to close to the edge! A big gust of wind could send you over. Recently this year, boyscotts updated the trail with new wood steps and ropes. Thanks boys, you made it extra easy, job well done! read more

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This trail is located on Schofield Barracks, it is open to DoD ID cardholders and their guest. If you don't have access, you can stop reading here. I know... bummer. But if you have base access, my friends and I found out via Facebook when it was open on U. S. Army Garrison-Hawaii. It lists dates and times and a number for gate access. The trailhead is not gated though. I didn't drive and I don't know my way around base, there's a creepy abandoned shed on the right of the road that leads to the trail. Look out for a hiking sign and there were cars parked in front of it. Prior to getting to the trail, my friend warned me that this trail is haunted. There's a large rock along the path. Each time it gets moved, the large rock mysteriously moves back. You'll see it along this trail. It has an odd shapes to it. There's a captain's seat like shape on the trail side. It didn't dawn on us when we passed it, there was a couple taking pictures on it so we didn't think anything of it. It is a very short and easy hike. The first 5 minutes have steep steps, but is manageable for dogs and small children. This trail should be a round trip of 30 minutes or less. But my friend and I dicked around and took longer for pictures and shenanigans. Of course you should always obey the rules and use caution for safety purposes. The day we went was gusty, made it sketchy trying to enjoy the view at the ledge. It was a beautiful day! I would recommend bringing snacks and water and wear sunscreen! And alway pick up after yourselves, you want to leave the land the way you found it so others can enjoy it too! read more

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If you're an avid hiker, keep Kolekole Trail on your list for when you're injured and need an easy trail. If you're looking to hike with your young kids, out of town guests who aren't hikers, or are a new hiker Kolekole Trail is for you. Well, actually there's two things that make this trail difficult. First being they're only open on select weekends. Click the below link for open days. Also note the trail is on Schofield so non-military will need to enter through Lyman Gate on Kunia Road and all adults will need proper ID and the driver will need proper vehicle registration and safety test. https://www.facebook.com/usaghawaii/ The second challenge for this trail is the rain. The day we went the wet pine needles and flat green algae on the trail had people slipping and sliding all over the place. I saw one lady fall before she even got to the trailhead! Otherwise, this hike is short, sweet and simple with amazing views! Trek on Yelpers! read more

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the Kolekole Pass hike has very remarkable scenic views while making your way to the top. the first segment of the hike can look very intimidating due to the incline and rope assistance but after that, it's fairly easy. there are designated paths with marked signs to keep you on trail. just like how everyone else is mentioning, you'll need to have base access to start your journey on this hike. the trail is only opened on selected weekends so don't hesitate to seize the opportunity to experience this hike. overall one of my top five favorite hikes here on the island. read more

Kolekole Pass Road - taken with a Canon AE-1 Program 35mm film. - Local Flavor Near Me

Easy hike with great payoff. The trail continues to the left of the clearing with the bench. This part of the trail is more challenging as it follows the ridge and is washed out in places. For a better workout, park at the bottom of the pass and start the hike from there. read more

Other than the branches on the road after it rains and the mud due to recent rain, this was a great hike. Short and sweet! Doesn't take up your whole day and the view is amazing. Lots of parking too! read more

My husband runs thru this area and always talked about how beautiful it was. He finally took me down this gorgeous scenic path thru the Waianae Valley and I couldn't believe my eyes! It was awesome. It reminded me of coming down the Canyon in Kauai. For you history buffs: "The road through the deep cut in the Waianae Mountains, known as Kolekole Pass, was constructed by the 3rd Engineers in 1937. Contrary to popular belief, Japanese planes did not approach through Kolekole pass, but flew along the inside of the mountain range making it appear as though they came through the pass on December 7, 1941. A path into the woods and up the mountain leads to a large stone with a unique natural bowl and drainage through it that has attracted considerable attention over the years. Hawaiian folklore says that the pass is named Kolekole after the old woman who watched people pass the stone that served as the territorial marker. Some speak of the rock being used for sacrificial beheadings of defeated warrior chiefs. Another path up the mountain leads to a cross that overlooks the Leilehua Plain. When the Hawaiian Division occupied Schofield Barracks, they started a tradition of having Easter sunrise services around a wooden cross. After World War II, the first steel cross was erected and replaced in the mid 1960's because of corrosion. " If you know anyone that has military base access, you should make plans to go down this way. read more

Absolutely beautiful when you get to the top. If you start at the bottom of the road it is a long uphill walk. If you drive to where the trailhead starts, it it more manageable. I took my 56/58 year old parents here and they were able to do it and are not in the best of shape. The path at the beginning of the trail is somewhat slippery and steep but there is plenty of things to grab on to. I have gone here with my husband, my parents, and co-worker (who didn't even know it existed until I brought them there because they don't have a military pass). My dog (11lb yorkie) loves to hike up here with us. There is a somewhat big field at the top and we play ball once we get up there. The views are amazing and you are able to see down into Schofield and over to the Waianae coast all the way to the ocean. read more

It was open this weekend so we took the opportunity to take in the incredible view! This is a great beginners hike. When we arrived on Oahu, this was our first hike on the island. It is located on Schofield Barracks and this trail is only open on weekends and that is if the Army is not using it for training. If you check the US Army Garrison Hawaii page on FB, they will usually announce it on their page if it is open for that weekend. Once you get on base (need a pass if you do not have a military ID), get on to Trimble and head toward the mountains. Keep going past the residential neighborhoods and continue on through the training grounds. You must keep going up until you see a small parking lot and where the access road ends. You are basically driving up the mountain and only hiking a very small portion of the top. The beginning of the trail is steep and can look intimidating, but there are stairs built in to it and once you get past the stairs, it's easy peasy to the top which is marked by a bench. There are a variety of different plants and flowers. Look out for the Strawberry Guava growing in abundance there. The view at the top is absolutely amazing! There are two lookout points, one is what I call the red hill (red dirt) and then the bench looking out over Waianae. My 2.5 yo did this entire trail by herself today. Great starter family hike. No facilities or trash cans, so please take your trash with you. Dogs are allowed as long as they are on a leash. A small parking lot available at trail head. Definitely worth the trip if you are in the area. read more

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Kolekole Pass has a nice, short hike. It's a good beginners hike to do. There are some stairs and ropes (if you need). It goes up and downhill before you reach a little lookout with a bench. It's a beautiful view of the mountains and ocean. This hike is on Schofield, so you must have base access to do it. read more

Schofield Base is accessible to the public as long as you have ID and car registration and insurance. These are the documents you need to get a day pass to enter the base. Although, having a person with military ID is much easier, don't let it deter you! My military bf says the paved road is often used for their physical training. We park near a dilapidated shack with a seemingly forgotten porta potty and start our jog from here. So just to keep in mind, we stayed mainly on the paved road for our excursion. I thought the road was relatively steep and ass kicking. I couldn't jog the whole way, but my bf could! Guess the PT pays off. The road is mainly shaded by the trees which was a blessing for my body. At a hill top, we hit a guard shack, but that day the gates were closed or else I hear the road continues on the leeward side. And according to Greg L., you'll definitely need a military ID to pass this point. Around here is where I saw a trail off to the side, which I believe leads onto the rest of Kolekole Pass. Being exhausted from the jog up, we only ascend a couple of steps before we decided to head back down. Maybe next time I'll urge him to head up. Overall a great road to jog and get some exercise. read more

It's a very short hike and at some parts are steep but it does have stairs and rope. If you have small children and if it's windy make sure you hold them or their hand. Have fun guy's! read more

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Real nice views once you get to the top! Also it's a very very easy & quick hike, may be a bit slippery when wet. read more

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Love this short hike! It's less than a mile and it's got a great view at the end. I've been twice and carried my daughter in the Tula (she's about to be two). I wouldn't recommend toddlers to walk but older kids should have no problem. No bathroom or water nearby so make sure to go before you start or stop at the shoppette that's before the long road. The first hill is probably the hardest part but just take it nice and slow and the rest is easy. This is a hike I'll be bringing my parents to enjoy because it's an easy hike. read more

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Great quick little hike. Hardest part is the first 100 meters and after that it's smooth walking. That's unless you are a little adventurous. We always walk to the look out and then take a grown over path through the woods along the side of the mountain to the East. You can get a better vantage point if you up for it. Do not recommend taking small children as some of the drop offs are pretty steep, but I did it easily with my 9 and 12 years old daughters. Check the Schofield Barracks website for range information. Could be closed especially if there is an exercise. read more

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Kolekole Pass is CLOSED INDEFINITELY on Waianae entrance. You WILL be turned around, DOD cardholder or not. No exceptions.

Really short hike and really simple. The views are amazing, I would recommend for kids, out of town guests, and anyone who just wants to go for a short walk. read more

This was our first hike moving here. We used it to break in our 8 year old and our dog. It's a nice little hike/walk up. There are a few little side trails up top that are not really park of the hike, but they get you higher for awesome views. Make sure it's dry and you are wearing proper shoes before you try those little paths, they get steep. You get to this hike by taking Trimble all the way to the end. It will dead end at the KoleKole road pass gates that say no access. To the left of this there are small signs that say hike. It's doggy friendly. read more

Awesome hike. Beautiful meadow at the beginning and panoramic views of the whole island from the ridge. Can be a bit scary at times

I hiked that range back in the early 70s. Made our own trails to the top both south and north. There was no raod or actual trail back in those days. Camped many nights on the top with my scouts. Great memories. read more

I vacation in Hawaii and use my military family services at Schofield Barracks. My husband was a Wolfhound there. He took me to the rock at Kolekole Pass. His story too is that the Japanese came through the pass. I find it curious about the rock violent history and the Japanese attack. If the Japanese did use the pass, did they chose it because of the rock history? read more

The Opana Radar Station was the unit that first picked up attacking Japanese aircraft and it was located at the northwest portion of Oahu, not Kolekole Pass. If you have the opportunity, you should try to make the trip. In the old days, we used this road as a shortcut to the west side since we lived in Wahiawa. read more