After entering the park, continue along the loop road, following signs to reach the trailhead.
The trailhead is marked across from the parking area.
The trail starts through guava and paperbark trees with plenty of exposed roots.
Koa flowers in bloom!
The trail is flanked by strawberry guava trees in some places.
An overlook of central and western O'ahu.
The trail meanders around the tropical ridge contours and can be muddy.
The highest point of the loop features a good view of Interstate H-3 and the surrounding valley.
Cook pines line some sections, seemingly out of place in the otherwise tropical surroundings.
The trail crosses several power lines and grassy clearings.
The lowest point of the trail crosses a small stream surrounded by lush green tropical flora.
The trail starts by passing this water storage tank.