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Pu'u Hinahina Lookout – Rooty Forest Trail loop from PMRF Hawaiian Area

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Kauaʻi County

Pu'u Hinahina Lookout – Rooty Forest Trail loop from PMRF Hawaiian Area

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4.5

(9906)

9,907

hikers

Pu'u Hinahina Lookout – Rooty Forest Trail loop from PMRF Hawaiian Area

00:49

2.71km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Waimea Canyon State Park

Kōkeʻe State Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

85 m

Ni'ihau Viewpoint

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In good weather you can see the neighboring island.

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230 m

Pu'u Hinahina Lookout

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This is one of the best possible viewpoints into the rugged beauty of Waimea Canyon, sometimes known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. On a clear day you can …

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668 m

Puʻu Hinahina Trail

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The scenic Pu'u Hinahina trail is well-maintained but can get muddy when wet, so take caution while running. Also, if you're lucky, you may run into wild roosters roaming the path.

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4

1.49 km

Cliff Viewpoint

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This viewpoint sits at the end of the Cliff Trail, but is easily accessed via a short detour from the Canyon Trail, too. Do yourself a favor and plan your …

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2.36 km

Rooty Forest Trail

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2.71 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.50 km

175 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.89 km

615 m

165 m

< 100 m

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