Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail

Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail is a hiking trail Honolulu located in United States.

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Honolulu , HI 96825 United States

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hiking scenic views whale trails bring binoculars quiet lighthouses tide pools dog-friendly sea breeze beach short
CP

Beautiful scenic walk for all levels of hikers! The paved road is safe and very comfortable for walking.

Tiffany Prugpichailers

Beautiful view ! If you're daring, near the top where you see a sign about whales on your right, head down the rocks to the tide pools and blowhole below! Watch your step, though!

Tamas Dober

We just loved this trail ! The ocean was royal blue. Halfway up I had to stop to take lots of pictures. On the top there is an unbelievable lighthouse .

Andrew Schneider

Beautiful views all the way up. Somewhat difficult for elderly & very young; the paved trail makes it easy for most. My 11, 9, and 7 year olds had no issues. 84 year old father almost made it to top.

Stacy Bo Bacy

It’s windy up here but gorgeous. Hike is paved and not too steep. Be on the lookout for whales !

Ricardo Jerez

Super easy trail . I was able to see a stingray (manta raya). They are fixing the lighthouse , so I couldn't see it. In other time.

Remo Malarik

Also known as Obama's favorite hike . Super easy, paved trail even, but a great view at the top.

Brian

Not a difficult trail , but is uphill all the way up from the parking lot . Has some nice views of the ocean and nearby islands .

Lynette Eugenio

Short and easy hike the whole family can enjoy. During the migration season you can spot humpback whales in the distance.

Scott K

Easy to moderate trail . Get here early and you have to park outside the gate. Great to see the sunrise

Ryan Nixon

Good hike on a paved path and a great place to watch the sunrise

Tara Thelen

It's an invigorating walk to the top. The view is amazing. In the winter, you might see some whales in the ocean below.

Aspen

Dog friendly trail , but it's a good hike so bring water for your furry friends!

Keith Kaplan

Easy and fun/short hike if you want to see some great views of Oahu on the southeast shore.

Maríus Mūller

Easy 1.5 miles paved walk rewarded by great views of Makapuu Beach and beyond. Come before noon for National Geografic shots.

Tomiana DeBellis

Easy, paved trail with gentle elevation game. Bring binoculars and watch the whales !

Anna Battle

This hike doesn't look like much because it's paved, but its a steady incline the whole way. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water!

Izzy Iliev

We totally got lost and ended up at the top of the mountain where the WWII bunkers are. Worth it.

Kim Tai

Tide pools are a must!!

Mariko Kisada

Bring binoculars if it's whale season.

Doug Byrne

Bring binoculars if you want to spot whales .

Kalika Yap

Stroller friendly ! Great hike for moms and kids!

Cil Felps

Not a light house walk. It's fenced off-permanently

Cil Felps

Takes about an hour, or more, with stops.

Koreankitkat

There's still construction at the top

Cil Felps

I just wanted to learn about the light house-they give you glimpses only-so I was disappointed. I didn't even see the info signs on the way up.

Jess Kono

Leisurely walk with a stunning view of the calm ocean

Logan Riley

Sign says it's 1.5 mi round trip, which is clearly a typo. Should have said 1.5 mi one way!

Julia Stokes

Check out the unpaved trail to the pillboxes!

Miss V

Dog friendly :) bring your 4 legged friends

Jessie

Great warm up trail .

Trevor Tollefsen

It's hella HOT!

Keith L

Loving the sea breeze .

Cheryl Apo

I had one asthma attack but it was an accomplishment for me!!!

Kate Casablancas

Take a hike .

Sunny From NY

Good for biginners

Diane Bardol

RIP MY DEAR BROTHER MICHAEL HARLAN

Renata Tsuki

Surf point

Irina Mil

Не сложный подъем. К маяку дорожка закрыта. Но сфоткаться на фоне него реально. Ради галочки стоит. И как и везде отличный вид .

Marcel Gaucher

Randonnée facile avec magnifiques panoramas .

かずさん だだだ

ゆっくり登って約1時間弱、ずっと舗装されているので安心です。途中クジラポイントは気持ちいい。頂上まで行ったら、ラビット岩、EASTの海岸 線がキレイに見えます。

かずさん だだだ

素晴らしい!次に行ったらsunriseにチャレンジしたいですね。

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