This crater of an extinct volcano got its name when Western explorers mistook calcite crystals they found there for diamonds. The historic trail to the 761-foot summit starts inside the crater and is an easy, but steep, 45-minute hike to the top. Stay ... More [+]
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GoPlanit Reviews for Diamond Head State Monument
Diamond head is a spectacle to behold. I hear that you can hike it as well but that the road is pretty narrow. definitely not something you should attempt if you're not in very good shape. We opted to just look at this monstrous volcano from the Kapiolani Regional Park and take plenty of pictures. You can see it from many parts of Oahu. It's pretty distinctive.
External Reviews for Diamond Head State Monument
"Great service as usual.My husband and I are a big fan of the W Hotels. We stay there whenever we can. They are very stylish, modern and have great lounges or clubs. I was sad to find out they had n..." more
"I love the hike, but my teenage son will tell you otherwise. It's a nice hike if you're in good shape. But I seen young and old hike up. If they can do it so can you! The majority of the hike up is..." more
"We took the hike up the trail to the top of diamond head crater. The trail starts as a regular cement sidewalk type of walk, then into a dirt road. Then it becomes rock (the actual mountain) and ev..." more
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Address:
Diamond Head Road and 18th AvenueHonolulu, HI, US
Phone:
(808) 587-0285
Price Range
<$10
Hours
Mon-Sun: 6am-6pm
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