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| | It's a long journey from Honolulu to Castle Trail, but many folks like to backcountry hike here to be near nature. Going for a trek here in Hawaii is a splendid way to spend some time. There are trails all over Hawaii, and Castle Trail in Honolulu County is one of them. This great outdoors trail has only one trailhead, so you'll be backpacking it in and back out. This is one of a very small number of backcountry hiking trails in this vicinity. Each one of the many trails of Hawaii is worth trekking. Finally, backpacking time is here again, and Castle Trail |
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in Honolulu County, Hawaii is a brilliant choice. This great outdoors trail has a total elevation difference of 2,794 feet which is a higher than average number. With its 7.6 miles of walking distance it's a mid length walk. Castle Trail goes through some very different elevations
| | which of course means you need to be prepared for different conditions on different parts of the great outdoors trail. Castle Trail is quite long, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. Castle Trail generally gets a lot of rainfall; through the month of November you get the most rain around here, and the driest month is August. You should count on this backcountry trek taking about 6.5 hours, but of course some folks walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. During the warm months at Castle Trail temperatures are typically in the 80's, and through the night | |
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it cools down to the 60's. For the duration of the wintertime highs are generally in the 70's, and nighttime lows at Castle Trail through the wintertime generally dip into the 60's. A visit to Hawaii is not complete without some hiking. The length of Castle Trail is about average
with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this a very tough backcountry hiking trail for advanced trekkers looking for a good challenge. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping.
Briefly about the general area:
Hit the beach if you want, Kaluanui
Beach is practically right here, and nearby Punaiki Gulch is a great location to go. If you're here at Castle Trail, you could visit Kaluanui Stream; a spree to Waihoi Springs will fill your soul with fine feelings.
The nice folks of Honolulu like to hang out nearby, and why
not have a look at close by Punaluu Stream while you're here at Castle Trail. If you want a magnificent time in the great outdoors, just come on down to Castle Trail. Taking a little spree to nearby Kapaeleele Point is a tremendous idea; the beauty of mother nature reveals herself
at Sacred Falls. Enjoy a lazy day on the beach at Kapaka Beach, and Castle Trail is a tremendous location to visit for more than one day, Honolulu Koa Kampground is a tremendous location to camp nearby.
Stay the night at Camp Mokuleia; Hauula Forest Reserve is a great local forest.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 21.5645, Longitude -157.8983
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 7.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.2 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
Total elevation difference: 2794 feet
Tiki Moon Villas, Laie
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5 miles away
Tiki Moon Villas are located on the beautiful island of Oahu in Laie on the oceanfront and newly renovated in 2007-2008 to provide the ultimate getaway from it all vacation rental. Each bungalow is in...
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Turtle Bay Resort, Kahuku, Oahu
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10 miles away
With more than 60 million in renovations recently completed, Turtle Bay Resort offers modern guest rooms, suites and cottages designed in a contemporary Hawaiian style. The resort is nestled in 880 ac...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Honolulu, Hawaii
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Honolulu, Hawaii, the metro area neareast to Castle Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Castle Trail, Honolulu County, Hawaii
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| These outdoors activities are available near Castle Trail. |
| | Trails Near Castle Trail:
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Sacred Falls Trail, Honolulu County
County
, 1 miles away, 3 hiking miles, 539 feet elevation difference |
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Summit Trail, Honolulu County
County
, 3 miles away, 19.4 hiking miles, 1611 feet elevation difference |
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Kawailoa Trail, Honolulu County
County
, 5 miles away, 9.4 hiking miles, 1408 feet elevation difference |
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| | Beaches Near Castle Trail:
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Kaluanui Beach, Honolulu County
, 2 miles away |
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Kapaka Beach, Honolulu County
, 3 miles away |
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Makao Beach, Honolulu County
, 3 miles away |
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Kapalaoa Beach, Honolulu County
, 3 miles away |
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Hauula Beach Park, Honolulu County
, 3 miles away |
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| | Hotels Near Castle Trail:
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Tiki Moon Villas, Laie
, 5 miles away |
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Turtle Bay Resort, Kahuku, Oahu
, 10 miles away |
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Ohana Honolulu Airport Hotel, Honolulu, Oahu
, 15 miles away |
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Best Western The Plaza Hotel, Honolulu, Oahu
, 15 miles away |
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Pacific Marina Inn, Honolulu, Oahu
, 15 miles away |
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15 miles away
