Friendship Garden

Friendship Garden has 72 reviews as of 1/17/2025 and I was wondering why. I think the name explains it. It's a short, garden trail inside a neighborhood rather than a real hike. As I was walking this trail, my brain is telling me this is a mini Aiea loop trail with great view of the Windward side of Oahu.Parking is a challenge. The location is inside, one way, Kokokahi Place neighborhood so there's only street parking. We were lucky to find spacious area to park. The view here is great considering we only hike up 20-30 minutes. Total trip length was 2 miles. That was little disappointing because I like to get most out of my hikes. I feel like I got ripped off on this hike with little sweat. As for intensity, you do have to climb up but lots of ropes to help you. Luckily it was a dry day so no mud. This trail is quite narrow so it may not be kid friendly. Also, if you're on the taller side, watch out for branches. This is not State trail so it seems like it's not kept up regularly.

If you need an escape from daily life to catch a breath and rekindle friendships, then the Friendship Garden is the perfect place.This is a very short hike that loops around, so you shouldn't be running into anyone on the narrow pathway. Start right, like driving!There's nothing steep, treacherous, or difficult. The Friendship Garden is very well maintained. Maps and information are provided at the beginning.At the top, you'll find beautiful views Kaneohe Bay. There's also a pathway that leads to another hike that's clearly more difficult and not apart of the Friendship Garden. Warning signs posted!The only difficult thing might be finding this place because it's quite hidden, deep in a residential area. It's located on Kokokahi Pl, which you can reach from Kaneohe Bay Dr. Just drive all the way up, and it'll be to your left. You can only park along the side of the road. Make sure to leave enough space, and also be mindful of the signs! No parking from 6-11AM on Wednesdays and Saturdays, which is probably trash pick up days.Overall, a really nice, easy hike with well maintained pathways. It might be a journey to get there, but it's worth it. Bring friends and make new friends!

Friendship Garden is a pretty short family friendly 0.8 mile hike. There is another part of the hike that is considered challenging, we attempted it but it was pretty steep with a rope to aid you but it started to drizzle so we decided to turn back from the ridge trail. Parking is alongside the road near the entrance. Several cars parked, good thing we found an empty spot to parallel park in. There is a board of the history and a map you could take along the way(didn't read the map, not sure if it only showed Friendship Garden or the ridge trail as well). The view is pretty of the ocean. There is a bench at the end of the trail to sit down and look out from the view.

Hiking in Kaneohe, O'ahu, Hawaii...Friendship Garden is a Historical Landmark established in 1927. It is not on the Registry, but it's still important... Because the people who maintain the trails are dedicated and awesome!My friend and I have never been on this trail before. There are several splits and switchbacks, so, stay together! We had different goals. My friend wanted a cardio workout, so, she went at a faster pace. I was taking my time with photos and plant identification. I really liked the views of Kaneohe Bay, the bamboo grove, the different types of paths, etc. About four groups of people (a couple of groups had little children) and a cute doggie crossed paths with me. They were all pleasant and cheerful!We went relatively early at 10am. We easily found street parking. My friend and I will return again because I didn't see "the bench" with a plaque, the gazebo, nor the stone pagoda. Uhg! For sure, I will find them next time!Note: I'm glad that we went in late September when it wasn't muddy. The inclines would be spooky if they were slippery!

45-219 Kokokahi Place, KaneoheEasy....quiet....few hikers....pretty flowers and foliage and fabulous views of the water. My kind of hike. The trail meandered slowly up and you have the choice of doing the more challenging trail....or not. It involved more uphill climbing and there were ropes to help.Otherwise the trail is a vine covered walk upwards. Loose rocks make it a little slippery. Start of the hike is almost at the top of Kokokahi. Park on the side of the road and don't block the road for residents.Panoramic views of kaneohe bay Kailua.

The Friendship Garden and the Ridge trail combination is a wonderful morning hike on the Windward side of the island. First of all if going with a group best to carpool very limited parking on a very tight street in residential area.The Friendship Garden section has placards identifying plants and trees, Man made steps and rated easy. Very pretty lush area with large plants growing intermixed with trees and bamboo. For a more challenging hike continue on the ridge trail. Be prepared with plenty of water, poles, hiking boots and crampons especially for coming back down. Maybe slippery after a rain.There are a number of ropes to aid hikes on these steeper areas. The pay back for the climb is all the amazing views of the Bay, mountains and mine along the way. Highly recommend giving it a try.

A hidden gem in Kāne'ohe. It's located in a residential neighborhood so parking can be limited. The Main trail is a short easy hike that goes in a loop. Kid & pet friendly. Many beautiful plants & flowers to admire along the way. My friends and I decided to hike up to the lookout. There are ropes to assist going up/down the steep parts of the trail. A bit challenging but well worth it.

Great spot for photos in a residential area. There's some parking along the path. To be honest I only went up the first few steps of this trail for some photos and didn't actually do the hike! Lol. I'm sure it is a fairly easy hike throughout the trail tho. But for me - I'm lucky that the first few steps was sufficient for my needs lol. This path is also dog friendly. I did see another dog that came shortly after us.

A quick and easy hike located in Kaneohe. This hike is perfect for families as its a switchback trail that gets you to the top view points in about 30mins or less, depending on how fast you go. It is a maintained trail and there a rail maps as well provided at the beginning of the trail. Please be mindful that this trail is located within a neighborhood, so please be respectful for the residents there. Parking is a little tricky, there a two spaces in front of the trail, street parking is available, but be sure to not have your car parked on the paved road, you can get ticketed.The trail itself is shaded, so no need to worry about that hot sun. There are numerous plants there that is labeled throughout the hike so you know what types of plants they are. There is a fork in the trail either one you take leads you to the viewpoint and also takes you back to the beginning. The view itself is beautiful and relaxing. There is a bench at the top, you get the view of Kaneohe bay as well as partial view of the Ko'olaus. Overall this hike is an easy one and nice stroll.

Limited parking but the views are amazing. Be careful not to slip if the trail is wet or there is loose gravel. The ridge trail is a little harder and overgrown in parts but the view is amazing!