Diamond Head State Monument
Honolulu, HI
The tuff crater behind Waikīkī, climbed on a steep trail of 1.6 miles round trip with stairs and old bunkers. Out-of-state visitors must reserve entry and parking online; start early to avoid the heat.
- Nearest town
- Honolulu, HI
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 21.2638, -157.8060
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually December–February. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–June and September–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
© daryl_mitchell from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada · CC BY-SA 2.0ʻIolani Palace
© Farragutful · CC BY-SA 4.0Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
© Famartin · CC BY-SA 4.0Hālona Blowhole
© Chris Rycroft from Madison, Wisconsin, United States · CC BY 2.0Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail
Campsites nearby
- Ke'ehi Lagoon MemorialCampsite7 mi from Diamond Head State Monument
- Waimanalo beach parkCampsite9 mi from Diamond Head State Monument
- Kalaeloa Beach ParkCampsite16 mi from Diamond Head State Monument
- Kahana campgroundCampsite21 mi from Diamond Head State Monument
All campsites in Hawaii · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Diamond Head State Monument?
Diamond Head State Monument is in Honolulu, HI, at GPS 21.2638, -157.8060. It is about 30 mi from Haleiwa.
Can you camp near Diamond Head State Monument?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Ke'ehi Lagoon Memorial, about 7 mi away; within 25 mi there are 4 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Diamond Head State Monument?
Diamond Head State Monument is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Oʻahu circle: Diamond Head to the North Shore.
What is there to see near Diamond Head State Monument?
Places worth a stop nearby: ʻIolani Palace (5 mi), Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve (7 mi), Hālona Blowhole (8 mi) and Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail (10 mi).
When is the best time to visit Diamond Head State Monument?
The most pleasant months are usually December–February. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–June and September–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)