Hawaii
"Ua Mau ke Ea o ka Aina i ka Pono"
Nickname
Aloha State
Capital
Honolulu
Statehood
August 21, 1959 (50th)
Motto
Ua Mau ke Ea o ka Aina i ka Pono
Explore Hawaii
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Top mountains
Signature peaks and elevation highlights.
Best hikes
Trail ideas from day hikes to overnighters.
State parks
Must-see parks and natural areas.
Road trip loops
Weekend-friendly scenic drives.
Waterfronts
Lakes, rivers, and coastal stops to visit.
Waterfalls & springs
Cool-down spots and photogenic falls.
Scenic overlooks
Pull-offs and vistas for quick views.
Camping spots
Easy campgrounds and dispersed sites.
Historic towns
Main streets, museums, and landmarks.
Family weekends
Low-stress itineraries with kids in mind.
Top universities
Best-known universities and colleges.
Top biggest cities
Largest metros and fast-growing hubs.
Top places to visit
Must-see destinations and attractions.
Top high schools
High-performing public and private schools.
Top cities
Beloved cities for living and visiting.
Basic information
Quick facts, nickname, capital, and region.
Geography
Landscapes, neighbors, and natural regions.
Economy
Key industries, employers, and growth drivers.
About Hawaii
Hawaii is the only U.S. state made entirely of islands, sitting roughly 2,400 miles from the nearest continent — a level of isolation that shapes everything from the cost of groceries to the pace of daily life. Each of its main islands has a genuinely different climate and character, which is why broad statements about "the islands" rarely hold up.
The guides below treat that variety seriously, moving island by island through mountains, waterfalls, cities, and the tourism and military economy that ties Hawaii to the rest of the country.