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

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Kauaʻi County

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

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4.6

(1734)

15,974

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

00:40

2.19km

70m

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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Kōkeʻe State Park

Waimea Canyon State Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

612 m

Rooty Forest Trail

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2

997 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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3

1.14 km

Ni'ihau Viewpoint

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In good weather you can see the neighboring island.

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1.62 km

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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2.19 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.98 km

160 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.84 km

171 m

137 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 21 October

28°C

17°C

51 %

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