Guide to Leahi in Waikiki

Leahi, also known, as Diamond Head is a volcano crater formed from the eruption of the volcano about 300,000 years ago. It was renamed as Diamond Head because the western explores mistook the sparkling calcite crystals as diamonds. The volcano crater used to be a military lookout in the early 1900s. It is listed as national natural landmark in 1968. Many people often go to the Diamond Head to carry out hiking activities. From the trail, you can observe the beautiful scenery of the south shore of Oahu. You can reach the Diamond Head Crater by taking a bus ride from Waikiki. The trail to the summit of the Diamond Head Crater has a moderate difficulty level. To hike up to the summit of the crater, you have to climb about 175 steps. You also have to pass through a dark tunnel that is located underground. You can bring along torchlight so that it is easier to pass through the underground tunnel.

You can follow the Diamond Head trail to explore the volcano crater. The trail leads to the same places as the 1908 mule trail. You can begin hiking the Diamond Head at the parking lot. The trail rises progressively upward to a summit that is 200 feet above the sea level. You have to follow the mule path for a short while. After that, you can hike on the concrete path. If you keep on hiking on the concrete path, you will reach a place with steep stairwell. To explore the stairwell, you need to climb 74 steps on the staircase. The 74 concrete steps will lead the visitor to a tunnel. The fire control station is located along the trail. If you want to return, you need to follow the same route, which you use to reach the summit. The best time to hike the Diamond Head trail is before 9 a.m. You can also hike the trail after 4 p.m. The cost of parking your car at the parking lot is about $5.

Visitors who want to hike the trail on Saturday can visit the Kapiolani Community College Farmer’s Market. The Kapiolani Community College Farmer’s Market offers a variety of fresh produces such as vegetables and fruits. The Kapiolani Farmer’s Market is located across the Monsarrat Avenue. There are a number of restaurants at the Monsarrat Avenue. If you get hungry when hiking the Diamond Head trail, you can stop by at one of the restaurants at the Monsarrat Avenue.