Keaiwa Heiau State Rec Area - Oahu

Keaiwa Heiau State Rec Area - Oahu is a campground and recreation area in Aiea, HI 96701. The verified reviews describe it as a place used for hiking and running, with a loop trail that offers a mix of jungle scenery and ridgeline views. The area also includes an old temple, and visitors are repeatedly reminded to treat it with respect because it is a sacred Hawaiian place of worship.

Reviewers note that the trail can be muddy and slippery, especially after rain, with roots and wet sections adding to the challenge. The route is described as wide in places and not especially steep, though some sections have walls on one side and a sheer drop on the other. Two parking lots are mentioned, with a restroom at the upper lot. Free entry and free parking are also noted, along with views, plants, and a trail length that some found well suited to an easy day outdoors.