The Lodge is a beautiful community center. I've attended many events here and love the area. The…read morelodge itself is a small area but very quaint and has a tender vibe to it. The walls are brick white, by the entrance you're able to set up a reception area, there are two steps and you are in the main area with the kitchen off to the left and a fire place as the focal point to the right. Multiple windowed doors leading out to the pool area. The Jacuzzi area is up a few stairs and several feet away from the pool. Large lounge area, bathrooms are very clean. The view is breath-taking when standing pool side. Lots of street parking. If you're looking to have a small intimate gathering, this would be the perfect place. Security can be seen doing their rounds, very secure. Attend a psychic event here, they created a beautifully serene environment. Also attended a passion party event and this venue blended well with that event too. Beautiful, well kept, stunning view, wonderful area and works well for any type of function.

I was surprised I haven't written a review for Keaiwa Heiau State Park but maybe I did and the…read moreYelp Ghost stole it! Anyway this is the park that you enter in order to get to the Aiea Loop Trail with breathtaking views from the coastline thru the beautiful Halawa Valley with H3 smack in the middle. The Heiau is well marked and as a Hawaiian Spiritual place it is noted that it is to be respected as such. When you enter the park the Heiau is immediately on your left and parking in marked stalls is required. There are restroom facilities next to the covered pavilion and walkways from one to another. The path to walk into the Heiau is uneven and not easy to access so watch your step if you intend to walk around. I've seen feral chickens, feral pigs, feral cats and campers here. Permits are required for the campers not so much for the aforementioned animals. Dogs are required to be on leash. Beautiful and cooler temperature wise. The drive up Aiea Heights Drive isn't as perilous as others comment about but you do need to pay attention.

This place is such a great secret that I almost don't want to review it…read more.. Almost, Momma didn't raise no gatekeeper! This is my favorite place to camp in Oahu. It's located in a high altitude forest. The rain usually isn't that bad, and if it is, you've got trees above you to buffer it before it slaps your tent! Since it's not beach-front camping, it is actually bookable and doesn't fill up within seconds! Campsites are numbered and come with a picnic table and a fire ring. Other campers are generally pretty chill and quiet, at least when I've stayed here! One thing to note, there are lots of creepy crawlies on the forest floor here. Make sure your tent doesn't have any weaknesses in its netting! I haven't done the trails here yet, but I will next time!

Our youngest and their friends came here for the first time, and they said it was the best party…read moreever. Girls and boys said they already want to go back. Josh was knowledgeable, kind, patient and a supportive guide through it all. He helped us book the party, answered our million questions, made sure we got what we needed and checked in throughout. The positives: The staff. What an awesome professional team. Eye glasses and socks are provided for all guests. Guns are already there and kids can change them out as much as they want. Ammo is unlimited. Players should not be shooting above the neck. The big party room came with a small fridge and a shoe shelf. There's a larger fridge in the back where you can store perishables (but staff only access). The challenges: It's in a mall so it's a little far away from the parking lot if you're carrying in party stuff. AC isn't the strongest so it's easy to overheat. Kids have to pick up ammo off the ground when they start rather than start with a loaded toy. Parties are booked for 2 hour increments with 1 hour between parties. The earliest you can get in is 30 minutes before so it's mad dash of setting up. We're so happy everything went smoothly and the kids thought it was the best place ever.

We've celebrated our son's birthday at Pups of War Aiea for the past two years, and they always…read moreexceed our expectations. It's hands down our son's favorite place to go whenever we get the chance--he always looks forward to it. What truly sets Pups of War apart is the people. The owner and staff--Josh3, Jason, Uncle B, and Sarah--are incredible at what they do, and it shows in how happy, comfortable, and engaged the kids are every single time. The team goes above and beyond to create a fun, safe, and memorable experience, and as parents, that means everything to us. We have the utmost gratitude for this team and are incredibly grateful for the care, kindness, and amazing experiences they continue to give our family. We can't recommend Pups of War Aiea enough.

I've hiked this trail a few times and have seen downed trees before however nothing like our recent…read morehike. After two heavy rain storms that caused flooding in the Islands some areas of the hike had whole hill sides that had numerous trees down. The trail is only passable because of the hard work of the parks crew. In normally shaded areas there is more because of this. It's really a sight to see the terrifying yet amazing strength of nature. The hike is about 5.5 miles long, not very hard with beautiful views.

Aiea Loop Trail is an excellent and well-maintained hike that's friendly for everyone, and a very…read moresafe, simple, and straightforward for first timers. This hike is located all the way up in Aiea. Just get on Aiea Heights Drive and drive all the way up till the end of the road. You will reach the entrance to Keaiwa Heiau State Park. Note operating hours--opens 7am, closes 645pm winter and 745pm summer. Once in, stay on the right, and keep driving up past the picnic/park area, campgrounds, and other parking lots till you reach the very top. But, if you want to park where the trail ends, it's actually the parking lot to the right just before. There are restrooms and picnic tables at the top. The hike is 4.8 miles. It took us about 2.5 hours with a steady pace and some stops for photos. It's relatively flat with a very slow incline and decline, and shaded by tall trees a majority of the hike with a nice, crisp air. The hard dirt pathway is wide enough and very easy to follow. You get views of Halawa valley, H-3, Pearl Harbor, airport, and east and west side along the way. Nothing spectacular. There are quite a bit of fallen trees, especially towards the end of the trail, if you started from the upper section. Overall, a very nice, quiet hike that wasn't strenuous, or too short or too difficult. Good solid, 5-mile hike with a well maintained path and parking. It's quite safe--if you stay on the path, of course!

This is one of my favorite hikes to do on this island. It was my second time completing it and I…read morewould definitely return!! The first time, the falls were dry so we were pretty bummed. But, the second time, the falls were gushing and had perfect clear water to jump into. I would say the hike to mildly challenging. There are spots that require concentration and focus so you don't fall. If it's muddy, it is way more challenging too. It can be confusing in some spots because it goes off two different ways but if you ask someone, you can figure it out easily. Along the trial, there are many beautiful views and spots for photos. And of course the falls are gorgeous. Highly recommend

Hiked this trail on a somewhat drizzly day. Which was perfect, keeping the heat down and clouds…read morekept it cooler. The views were nice although some were grayer because of the clouds. This is a ridge trail which includes drop offs on both sides although the trail is fairly wide as ridge trails go. The trail climbs up the ridge going down then up starting through forest and then onto a more exposed trails. The trail was slick in places so we wore crampons especially for downhills. Going up the trail you will see Mānana Trail sign to left and waterfall to right. Parking is in a residential area, so keep your voice down. Make sure to bring plenty of water, hats, sunscreen especially on a sunny day. I wore long tights, the ferns are scratchy. Started early to keep from being in sun at the heat of the day.

Great service- need a military ID or CAC card to use facilities…read more A lot to choose from and great prices. Beach is clean and safe

Great service!…read more December 30, 2015 We were able to take advantage of this place because of the military status of my sister-in-law, my late brother was in the U.S. Army. This is a one-stop place that offer special discounts to some of the best attractions and activities on Oahu and the neighboring islands. MWR stands for morale, welfare, recreation for Hawaii military personnel. We were assisted by an employee named Joshua. They had a numbering system to which you take a number and you will be helped when your number is called. We didn't know to do this but he came out and helped us immediately once we walked in the door. Perhaps it wasn't that busy at the moment yet. Joshua was helpful, witty and informative. He gave us pricing, best deals, and answered all our questions. He was patient with us and assisted us till the booking was finalized. We inquired about a tour at the Pearl Harbor, the Polynesian Cultural Center, and a place for a luau. We finally settled on Paradise Cove for a luau and some of our family members are going to the Polynesian Cultural Center. Aside from luaus they also offered discounts on shows, dinner cruises, tours and activities on land and on the water, event tickets, mainland theme parks and lots more! Glad our military have this place to get cheap tickets.. they deserve much more. This is located at the Naval Station in Pearl Harbor. Thank you, Joshua! Review #0406

This is the second time I've been here! First time I went on a solo kayak tour, this time I did the…read moreguided kayak tour! Really fun times. Staff is always friendly. I had Morgan as my tour guide and he was very accommodating, knowledgeable, and super friendly! It's a very easy tour, Kailua Beach Adventures makes things as easy as possible. It does require some upper body strength, but anyone at any level can do it! BEAUTIFUL views! 10/10 would recommend.

We had an amazing time on the Kailua Beach Adventure kayak tour, and a huge part of that was thanks…read moreto Morgan! The entire experience was so much fun from start to finish--beautiful scenery, great pacing, and just the right mix of adventure and relaxation. Morgan was incredibly informative throughout the tour, sharing interesting facts about the area, local wildlife, and history in a way that kept everyone engaged. One of the highlights was kayaking out to Popoiʻa Island (Flat Island), which was absolutely beautiful. Morgan did an excellent job helping us navigate the waters both going out and coming back, making sure everyone felt comfortable and confident the entire time. Honestly, Morgan was the best guide we could have asked for--friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and just all-around awesome. We felt safe, well taken care of, and had such a great time. Highly recommend this tour, especially if you get Morgan as your guide!

I came for the first time last Saturday to watch Bud play soccer. Last year they played their…read moreseason at a much larger park which had limited parking. This park is right next to a school so their parking lot plus another one with steps across the way are used or street parking is another option. If you lug a cart with your chairs, umbrella(s) and mini cooler of chilled bottled water and/or spam musubi, etc.it's more convenient to maneuver your haul by parking at the school. The good thing about this park is that only 2 games are going on simultaneously vs 3. Fortunately there is ample shade on both sides to keep the fans from overdose of UV rays or heat stroke. Our team's practice was after 11 a.m. so the kiddies were playing in the heat of the day. Amazing how they can run back and forth across the field in that temperature. Just so happened there was someone close by intermittently playing Jawaiian type music so that was cool. The field was not muddy or overgrown, just dry so that was appreciated plus close enough and easy to walk to. AUWE to the person from the team before who left their orangey peels on the ground without taking their OPALA away with them. Gotta remember to live aloha.

Shaded basketball and tennis courts! One full basketball…read morecourt, tennis court, and two pickleball courts that are shaded right off the freeway. A playground for kids and two more tennis courts in the sun. It's right next to the dog park as well. A bathroom and water fountain is also available. Shaded parking and benches wit trash cans around the park. My favorite park since it's shaded!