Climb the grassy road and ascend a ledge on the right with the aid of a rope. Continue to climb along the ledge as it broadens. Climb another ledge on the right with the aid of a rope. Reach the top of pu'u and a junction. Descend through a forest of primarily non-native vegetation.
Ropes are available in some of the steeper or handhold-deprived sections.
At some points, Kawaewae Heiau is visible down to the right. After steady descending, reach a heavily ribboned hollow between hilltops. Follow the ribbons through a maze of octopus trees. Contour along the right side of a pu'u and then climb to its top. Reach another junction.