Munro Trail

Lanai, Hawaii, US

The Munro Trail is a rugged, dirt‑gravel route on Lanai that climbs the island’s highest point, Lanaihale. It threads through native Cook pine forest and rewards hikers with sweeping, island‑spanning vistas on clear days.

Why choose Munro Trail

You’ll feel the island’s raw landscape unfold as the trail ascends, offering perspectives you can’t get from the coastal roads. The quiet ridge line lets you absorb distant horizons across multiple Hawaiian islands, a view rarely matched elsewhere on Lanai.

Best for: Hiking · Nature · Photography · First-timers

Start your Lanai hike here

Begin at the Munro Trailhead, then enjoy a coffee nearby before heading back for lunch.

1. Morning — Munro Trail
2. 11:00 — Coffee nearby
3. Lunch — Lunch nearby

Visit tips

• Start at the trailhead before sunrise for clearer views.
• Carry a windbreaker; the ridge can be breezy.
• Start early to catch morning light and avoid midday heat.
• Bring sturdy shoes and water; the trail is unpaved and can be steep.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 2–3 hours — includes rest stops
• Best time of day: Early morning, before 9:00 — cooler temperatures and clearer views
• Entry: Free to visit
• Category: attraction
• Rated 4.4 by 64 reviewers
• Tags: hiking, panoramic views, remote, nature immersion

More things to do in Lanai

• Keahiakawelo (Garden of the Gods)
• Polihua Beach
• Kaiolohia (Shipwreck Beach)
• Hulopoʻe Beach Park
• Blue Ginger Cafe
• Lanai City Bar & Grille

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