Windward Oahu - Kailua Town 290 HIT THE HIKES Kailua is home to some of Oahu’s most popular trails for both beginners and extremely advanced hikers. Lanikai Pillboxes Hike is a popular trek with a steep, sometimes slippery start that rewards with spectacular views of Kailua Bay. The trail is named after the World War II bunkers or pillboxes scattered atop the mountain. Olomana Hike has earned a reputation as one of the most difficult on Oahu. A fullday trek for advanced hikers who are not afraid of heights, Olomana challenges as a narrow ridge trail transgressing three high peaks. KAWAI NUI MARSH The marsh is a natural saltwater wetland providing a habitat for many species of wildfire. It is the largest remaining wetland in Hawaii at 830 acres. A walking/biking path wraps around its edge. If you’re into birding, grab your binoculars and walk the levy fringing the marsh with an access point from Kaha Park (Kaha Street). The marsh is home for four of Hawaii’s endangered and endemic birds – Hawaiian Moorhen, Hawaiian Coot, Hawaiian Stilt and Hawaiian Duck. It’s best to go in the early morning or in the evening since the temperature can become toasty. Along with endangered birds, spot native Pacific Golden Plover, Night Heron and Ruddy Turnstone. Listed on the National and Hawaii Registers of Historic Places, the remains of Ulupo Heiau are located on the marsh’s east side. When originally constructed, the temple measured 140-feet by180-feet, with walls up to 30-feet high. Walking access is from the YMCA parking lot via Manu-Oo, Manu-Aloha and Uluoa streets off Kailua Road near Adventist Health Castle. FARMERS MARKETS Brimming with local produce, specialty foods, desserts, pop-up shops, live music and fun for the whole family, Kailua Farmers Markets are not to be missed! Check market websites for up-to-date information and scheduled special events. Held from 0800 to 1200 next to Adventist Health Castle, KailuaTown Farmers Market finds shoppers wandering the aisles for the freshest island fruits and vegetables, deliSit back & relax at Ko'olau Distillery while enjoying a variety of exclusive tastings & handcrafted spirits & cocktails designed for the island lifestyle using our locally produced spirits! 4 5 3
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