🌈 Aloha Trans & Nonbinary ʻOhana!
First Sunday Hikes continue—this month we’ll explore Lulumahu Falls.
🏳️⚧️ Who It’s For:
First Sunday Hikes are created for and by trans and nonbinary folks. Cis friends, we appreciate your understanding that this space is centered on us, please join only if you’re accompanying or supporting a trans or nonbinary hiker.
🌿Hike Details:
The Lulumahu Falls Trail is a mellow out-and-back walk through bamboo, streams, and forest, leading to a 50-foot waterfall.
Distance: ~1.6 miles round trip
Elevation gain: ~695 ft
Level: Moderate (muddy, rocky, some light climbing)
Pace: Relaxed, with plenty breaks
📍 Meet at: Lulumahu Falls Trailhead (Nuʻuanu Pali Drive)
🕙 10am | Sunday, August 3
🚗 Parking: Limited roadside parking — please carpool if you can!
Carpool sign-up:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m3-oj7VbV0wgNibWselvwcCj_8vozSTzSJ9v5UkylsM/edit?usp=sharing
🎒A few recommendations for the trail:
-Grippy, closed-toe shoes recommended (it’s MUDDY+ slippery)
-hiking pools/walking stick
-1–2 liters of water
-Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
-Bug spray
-Snacks or lunch for the falls
-towel or swimsuit if you want to rinse off in the waterfall
📜Cultural Note & Permits:
The trail crosses the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi’s watershed lands and passes the adjacent old summer hunting lodge of King Kamehameha III, a sacred site. Also, “lulu” in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi can mean calm, peace, shelter, and “māhū” refers to those who embody both the feminine and masculine.
Alex has the group permit covered — all you need for the day is your essentials and your aloha. Looking forward to hiking together!
Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Kaneohe.
