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1. Diamond Head ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Diamond Head | Hawaii Mountains
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2. Haleakala ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Haleakala | Hawaii Mountains
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3. Hualalai

Hualalai | Hawaii Mountains
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4. Kamakou

Kamakou | Hawaii Mountains
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5. Kawaikini

Kawaikini | Hawaii Mountains
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6. Kilauea

Kilauea | Hawaii Mountains
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7. Kohala

Kohala | Hawaii Mountains
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8. Ko’olau Range

Ko’olau Range | Hawaii Mountains
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9. Mauna Kea

Mauna Kea | Hawaii Mountains
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10. Mauna Loa

Mauna Loa | Hawaii Mountains
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11. Pu'u Kukui

Pu'u Kukui | Hawaii Mountains
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Summary & FAQ Diamond Head Haleakala Hualalai Kamakou Kawaikini Kilauea Kohala Ko’olau Range Mauna Kea Mauna Loa Pu'u Kukui

  • While most tourists stick to Hawaii's fine sandy beaches, hikers and nature lovers head up the spectacular, unique Hawaiian mountains.
  • From the green lush mountains of Kauai (Video) to the rugged volcanic ranges of the Big Island, exploring the Hawaiian mountains is a very special treat.
  • Most are of volcanic origin, so it is possible to actually watch a volcano erupting, like on Kilauea.
  • With unique plant ecosystems, lush tropical forests, high precipitation, and great heights, Hawaii’s mountains are challenging to explore.
  • The views at the summit make you feel on top of the world.

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