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Diamond Head State Monument

Diamond Head Road And 18th Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96816
Description: One of the most defining features of the skyline on Oahu is the Diamond Head State Monument, an impressive volcanic tuff cone. Not far from Honolulu’s resort hotels and beaches, the Diamond Head State Monument is one of ...Read More
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Diamond Head State Monument Reviews

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Diamond Head State Monument

Quote: Sweating, sunshine, awesome view and perserverence…If you’re a hiker, enjoy toning your leg muscles and enjoy the beautiful scenes that Nature can present then Diamond Head on the island of Oahu, Hawaii is the hiking trail for you and your... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

From journal Oahu, Hawaii: The Way to Make Memories Happen...

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Diamond Head State Monument

  • 5 out of 5 stars by RoBoNC from Indianapolis, Indiana
  • October 22, 2025
Quote: If you want to get a great view of the island of Oahu and the pristine blue waters surrounding it, try hiking to the top of Diamond Head State Monument. The monument is the most recognized landmark in Hawaii and has been designated a National... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

From journal Oahu - The Gathering Place

Diamond Head

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Phil P from Bronx, New York
  • August 13, 2025
Quote: One morning, we decided to take the 45 minute (each way) hike up to the top of Diamond Head Crater. We parked the car for $5 at the entrance on Diamond Head Road and started to walk. The early part of the walk is a winding dirt path up the side of... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

From journal Hawaii in Style

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Diamond Head State Monument

Quote: When I’m on vacation, I’m not much for physical activity. On this trip to Oahu, I felt it was time to change that by hiking up Diamond Head. Diamond Head State Monument provides a backdrop to Waikiki scenery. As such, we drove for about 15 minutes... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

From journal A Haole Hanging in Oahu...With Locals

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Diamond Head State Monument

  • 5 out of 5 stars by britalo from Salt Lake City, Utah
  • May 14, 2025
Quote: On our first morning on Oahu we took advantage of the 3 hour time difference and woke up early to hike Diamond Head before sunrise.I looked up the sunrise schedule before we got to Hawaii and we made sure to give ourselves enough time to hike to the... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

From journal Oahu for Two

Diamond Head

  • 5 out of 5 stars by megankayd from Hope, Kansas
  • May 7, 2025
Quote: This is a pretty tough hike to get to the top, but well worth it. It says the hike is not even a mile long, but it sure feels longer than that. Make sure you take some cash with you. At the top they have t-shirts and certificates, stating that... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

From journal 10 Days in Oahu

Diamond Head Crater Hike

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Limburger from Oakdale, Minnesota
  • March 18, 2025
Quote: The hike up Diamond Head is for sure something you want to do and you'll have absolutely stunning views of the island of Oahu and the city of Honolulu. Even if you are an inexperienced hiker, it is worth doing the hike, but make sure to do it slowly... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

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Hiking to Diamond Head

  • 3 out of 5 stars by SunnyRD from Fairfax, Virginia
  • October 20, 2025
Quote: You can see the crater and a nice view of Waikiki beach from the top. Definitely bring water, and even though I went in January, it got pretty hot up there. The steps were pretty tough but if you take your time, you can do it.

From journal Highlights of Oahu, Hawaii

Diamond Head

  • 3 out of 5 stars by civicdidex from San jose, California
  • September 1, 2025
Quote: Are you ready for some hiking? Diamond Head has a great view from the top...once you get there. It is a moderate-long hike, I'd say about 2 to 3 miles. The path was rocky and was only paved on some parts. It was wet that day, so the ascent was... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

From journal Hawaii

Diamond Head

  • 5 out of 5 stars by KISHKA from STRATFORD, Connecticut
  • April 16, 2025
Quote: We hiked to the top of Diamond Head! You drive in through the dormant volcano into the "caldera" and hike for about 2 miles to the top. It does get very steep, and hot, so bring lots of water. You go through tunnels and must climb stairs, but it is... Read the full Diamond Head State Monument review

From journal Hawaiian Delight