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Review:
Kamakou is located on the island of Molokai (video) and at 4,961 feet is the highest peak on the island.
It is part of the east Molokai extinct shield volcano. Most of the mountain is part of the very high and secluded Kamakou Preserve, a habitat that provides home to many of Hawaii’s rarest and most endangered plant species.
The preserve, which is managed and owned by the Nature Conservancy, is open to visitors.
There are organized monthly hikes through the preserve along a narrow scenic boardwalk.
A guided tour will drive you from Waikolu Lookout about 2¼ miles to the Pepeopae trailhead. This is one of Hawaii’s wettest areas, with more than 170 inches of precipitation per year, so be prepared to get wet and muddy.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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