Off-Road Trails: Hawaii

With its extremely remote location and vacation-ready atmosphere, Hawaii is a paradise that you don't need to bring your own side-by-side to. You can't really get a vehicle to this island state, anyways! For family adventures in this oasis, consider taking a guided off-road tour at one of the few adventure ranches.

Taking an adventure tour on the island is probably one of the most exhilarating things you can do while visiting this oasis in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. People often ask, "Where can we go on an off-road adventure in Hawaii?" The following three places are your answers to that question, and we hope you find plenty of enjoyment jumping behind the wheel and enjoying adventures side-by-side with your family in Hawaii.

• Size N/A
• Skill Level All
• Trailhead Kauai, Hawaii

Princeville Ranch

Situated on Kauai, Princeville Ranch has a host of SXS vehicles that are sure to delight on your adventures. But, the tour at Princeville isn't your average guided ride - there is zip lining and hiking all mixed in! Yes, this location pairs 4x4 adventures with thrills like zip lining and hiking to make this an unforgettable experience. Packages can include one person or an entire family. You can call that good ol' fashion fun!

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• Skill Level All
• Trailhead Kaneohe, Hawaii

Kualoa Private Nature Reserve

Have you ever wanted to see the real "Jurassic" Valley on the Hawaiin islands? What about experiencing the movie-famous mountains all while aboard a SXS? Yes, count us in, too! Kualoa Private Nature Reserve might not have all of the dinosaurs on hand, but it does have 1000 acres to explore on its SXS vehicles. Choose between several different tour lengths, and keep in mind that the tours run rain or shine - be ready to get muddy if it's raining! A personalized experience with your own guide on the tour makes the experience that much better. After all, you're in "Jurassic" Valley; that's pretty awesome!

• Size 3,000 Acres
• Skill Level All
• Trailhead Lihue, Hawaii

Kipu Ranch Adventures

Located on the island of Kauai, Kipu Ranch Adventures has been giving tours of the area since 1999, and it has some very scenic trails to explore. Its "Ultimate Ranch Tour" is the signature ride with an exploration of the surrounding forest-laden trails, mountains, and wide open terrain. There's a little bit of everything here. One thing is for sure, you'll never regret taking a UTV tour when you're on the island of Hawaii. Talk about an adventure!

• Distance 56 miles
• Skill Level Any
• Trailhead Hilo, Hawaii

Upper Waiakea

This is one of those truly cool riding destinations. These trails wind through lush forests on the side of the largest active volcano on the planet. During the really wet season, the trails can get a bit muddy, which adds to the skill level needed, but the views you will experience are amazing. The trails are limited to 60-inch width machines and all USFS rules and regulations apply. You are required to wear a helmet, and there are campgrounds near the trails, so you can make an adventure out of the trip. A permit is required before entry.