Take An Easy Loop Trail To Enter Another World At Maka’eo In Hawaii
By Megan Shute|Published March 19, 2020
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Megan Shute
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With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years. She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu.
From cascading waterfalls and the inviting turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean to lush rain forests and mountain peaks, breathtaking natural beauty abounds on the Hawaiian Islands. The best way to experience the splendor of these lush landscapes is to go hiking, and while we love the islands’ most popular hiking trails as much as the next person, this little-known walking path is a must-visit the next time you find yourself near Kailua-Kona.
Tucked away within the Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area, the Maka’eo Walking Trail will take tourists and locals alike on an enchanting journey through a sea of vibrant tropical flora sure to delight your senses.
Measuring in at less than a mile in length, this short, well-paved loop trail features relatively no elevation gain and is a picture-perfect spot for a morning run or a leisurely afternoon stroll.
...to palms, flowering trees, and these fiery plants. This might just be the most colorful trail in the Aloha State and you’ll want to make sure to bring your camera!
While this certainly isn’t the most adventurous trail in the area, it’s an idyllic spot to get outside and enjoy a little bit of nature therapy — perhaps either before or after you visit the nearby beach?
With stunning views, a plethora of interesting plants sure to catch your eye, and several well-placed benches to enjoy some serenity, the Maka’eo Walking Path is one of Hawaii Island’s best-kept secrets.