Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
The trail starts at the Wa'ahila Ridge State Recreation Area.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
The trail starts at the Wa'ahila Ridge State Recreation Area.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
The lower portion starts off wide, but it narrows shortly after the parking lot.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
The ridge trail is steep at times, and rocks and roots require light scrambling.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
Views into Mānoa Valley from the high ridge.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
Uluhe ferns are pretty, but also invasive and scratchy.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
The trail hugs a narrow drop off.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
Follow the path through strawberry guava trees with fruits ripening in late fall.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
The summit is usually socked in!
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
Amazing views of downtown and Mānoa Valley.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
Hawaiian Christmas berry along the trail.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
Steep sections have ropes for assistance, but the trail can be extremely muddy and slippery.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
Clouds and rain can cause a change in forecast without warning.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
The summit shrouded in clouds.
Patrick Nichols
Photo Date: 
10/28/2017
Clouds often cover the summit, but views of the windward side of the island can be seen on clear days.