Bloom Where you are Anchored

Have you done the Old Pali Road hike lately? What do you like most about it?  I decided to hike it yesterday and started at the lookout at the hairpin turn on the Pali Highway (Highway 61) Kailua bound after you come out of the tunnels.   You can park for free at the lookout and follow the signs and trail towards Maunawili Falls. About 5 minutes down the trail you'll see a sign pointing towards Maunawili Falls going left and stairs going up which will take you to the Old Pali Road.  It was about 3.5 miles from the lookout parking to the Pali Lookout at the end of the Old Pali Road hike and back.  Beautiful scenery from the Old Pali Road, well worth the journey. Some rolling hills throughout the hike, nothing too strenuous.  Recommend for beginner to average hikers.  If you're looking for a bigger challenge, you could continue on to the Pali Puka from the Pali Lookout, but that's for experienced hikers, and for another post!  Please respect the lan...

This spot on Oahu takes your breath away!     Have you wondered how to find it?    Here's a quick guide to get there... Enter Kualoa Regional Park in Kaneohe, across from Kualoa Ranch. The park opens at 7am each day. I recommend going as close to 7am as you can or after 3pm. Follow the road in, you'll pass several parking lots on your left and you'll see Chinaman's Hat on your left.  On your right you'll approach a dirt road, turn onto it and follow it to a building with a bathroom. Park in that gravel parking lot by the bathrooms, campsites and other buildings. Walk towards the beach and follow the path to your right (or walk along the beach) until you reach a covered picnic area with long tables. Head around the picnic area and follow the trail to the other side of the island, you'll come upon 3 separate docks that face the Kualoa Ranch on Moli'i Pond. Do not try to go and see this lovely spot between 8am and 3pm as it is being used by Kualoa...

Have you ever been out to the Gunstock Ranch? Have you wanted to have a fun horseback riding experience? This is a great choice in a gorgeous setting! "Situated on Oahu’s picturesque North Shore, Gunstock Ranch offers an authentic Hawaiian experience far away from the big crowds and up close with nature. We keep our tours small and intimate so you can have an unforgettable experience with your family and friends. At Gunstock, you can choose from Hawaii eco-tours, horseback rides, tree plantings, and exciting off-road adventures. Come be a part of our Ohana and check out our trails today!" (Via Gunstock Ranch website) My family went out to Gunstock Ranch this past August, we had purchased a keiki ride online for our 2 kids and we were offered a 10% kamaina discount or military discount.   It was a nice drive along the North Shore to arrive, easy to find following our GPS and we pulled into a large grassy parking lot near the horse stables. Our kids were thrilled ...