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- 80 Feet High Waterfall
- Surrounded by Dense Forest and High Cliffs
- Accessible Only through Helicopter
Sacred Falls is nestled in dense forest and
surrounded by lush green vegetation and hill rocks. It gets its name from a
massive 1,370-acre state park in which it is situated. It is ... morea beautiful
and enchanting 80 high (24m) high waterfall that drops into a water pool below.
Due to its unparalleled beauty, it was once the most popular waterfall in the
entire Island of Oahu before an unforgettable tragedy struck in 1999.
On Mother's
Day of 1999, a lot of people had gathered in the narrow Sacred Valley to celebrate the occasion
when all of sudden, boulders and collapsed from surrounding cliffs collapsed
into the valley. Due to the narrow track, people were unable to escape and as a
result, 8 of them died at the spot and almost 50 were seriously injured. The Hawaiian government closed the park to the general
public after that instances and there is no chance that it will open in near
future. Therefore, the helicopter tour is the only way to site this beautiful
fall.
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- 2 mile Scenic Hike
- 500 foot Climb in Elevation
- Ocean looks Turquoise from Here
Located within the 38-acre Makapuʻu Point State Wayside
Park, is the Makapu'u Lookout. The trail leads from the former Coast Guard
residential area to the summit on a relatively easy ... moresandy path.
From the summit, visitors can watch for
whales from November to April using the provided telescope or their own
binoculars. If it is a clear day, it is sometimes possible to see the blowholes
on Makapu’u Head’s rocky shore from the summit. On almost any clear day,
visitors can see magnificent sea cliffs, Visitors can also often see Makapu’u
Beach Park, Rabbit Island, and Kaohikaipu Island.
Visitors to the park can also take another
short hike to see the Makapu’u Lighthouse. This path starting near the same
trailhead also offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
Type: Hike, Scenic Lookout, Landmark
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- Very nice for strolls
- Great for picnic
- Great for camping
Waimanalo Beach Park covers five miles on the windward side of Oahu. The beach has beautiful white sand, the ocean water is crystal clear, it attracts visitors and locals alike as ... moreit is considered as one of one of the best beaches in the area. All along the beach makes for the perfect setting for taking a stroll. Ironwood trees line up all along the beach providing plenty of shade. The beach is at the foot of the Koolau Mountain range that offers the perfect backdrop for pictures.
Waimanalo Beach Park is most popular for sunbathing, swimming, picnics, camping, and beach walks. The reef provides a natural shield from the surf, but beyond the reef is great body boarding and surfing spot. Caution must be taken when entering the water because often the shore break can be quite powerful. During the winter period, if you are camping, bring along a light jacket because when the wind is blowing, it can be quite chilly.
The beach is often empty during weekdays, but can get crowded on weekends. Underwater the view can be quite magnificent, Beautiful coral reef and marine life makes for the perfect snorkeling opportunity. Snorkels would often trick the fish to come out of their hiding place by standing still for a few minutes. The fish are very friendly and often would swim very close.
Waimanalo Beach was the location where Magnum P.I. was filmed. Famous author James Michener wrote the novel Waimanalo taking inspiration from the beach. The beach is also a favorite place for couples recently married. The scenic surrounding makes for very nice wedding pictures.
Features: Bathroom, Camping, Lifeguards, Parking, Picnic tables, Showers
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- Great surfbreak
- Scenic lookout
- Surfing
One of Oahu's gems, Makapu'u Beach Park is located on the southeastern tip of the island. It can be reached by going on Kalanianaole Highway passing Sandy beach. Just before reaching ... morethe park you will also pass the trail leading to the Makapu'u light house. An ancient Hawaiian legend tells of Makapu'u being a god that came from Tahiti to live in a cave at Makapu'u. She had eight bright eyes so the Hawaiian gave her the name " bulging eye"
Makapu'u Beach Park is very popular among body boarders and body surfers. During the winter month there are powerful
Shore breaks that gives surfers seeking for some adventure a thrill ride. In the summer, the ocean is a bit calmer but there is waves almost every day. Enjoying the water in Makapu'u either during the summer or the winter requires experience. It is not suitable for leisure swimming. The size of the beach varies throughout the year. In the winter large boulders are exposed in the shore break by high surf eroding the beach.
When there is low tide, you can explore tide pools that are exposed and admire the marine life. You will notice various fish, crabs, opihi and other marine life trapped in the lava. Particularly interesting is to spot the mudfish which is a jumping fish that crawl around and jump from tide pool to tidepool. Just off of Makapu'u are two islands. Manana that looks like a rabbits head, hence its nickname "Rabbit Island". It is comprised of 64 acres and is a protected bird sanctuary. You need to obtain permission from the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources to go and explore the island. The other island, Black Rock, is a lot smaller. It is also known as Kaohikaipu Island.
The lighthouse is just around the corner. To get to the lighthouse, there is a paved trail that can be accessed from the parking along Kalanianaole Highway. Makapu'u lookout is also just south of the beach park. It provides a nice scenic view of the surroundings and of the two islands. Makapu'u Beach Park attracts lots of visitors all year round and is one of the beaches in Oahu that offers lots of recreation.
Type: Beach, Park, Surf Break
Features: Bathroom, Drinking water, Food for purchase, Lifeguards, Parking, Showers
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- View of downtown Honolulu and the Koolau Mountains
- Festival and drama performances
- Sunbathing
Magic Island Beach just between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu is a popular beach of Honolulu city. It is part of Ala Moana Beach Park. Magic Island is a man-made peninsula created ... morein 1964 at the site of a resort complex, but subsequently was converted into a park. The park is a popular spot for a picnic, playing frisbee and for socializing. Occasionally, festivals or drama performances are held at the park.
The beach at magic island is small and curved, the ocean bottom is rocky in some area and the sand on the beach is not very smooth as such, most people prefer to go swimming at Ala Moana Beach. Magic Island Beach also has a very small swimming area. Magic Island Beach almost provide a fantastic view of the high rise of downtown Honolulu and the majestic Ala Wai Koolau Mountains. The beach is also perfect for sunbathing and watching boats going to and fro from Ala Wai Harbor.
Magic Island Beach is protected from incoming waves by a rock barrier. The waves still do wash over the rocks when the surf is up. It is mostly advised to keep away from the barrier and particularly not attempt to swim in or through the openings on the rocks because the current can be strong in those areas.
Many people like the setting that Magic Island Beach offers which provide fantastic photographic opportunities for weddings and other events. During the months from September to April, some of the most fantastic sunset photos can be taken. On the fourth of July of each year, the Ala Moana Center puts on a firework show over Magic Island which draws numerous spectators from surrounding parks. The background of the beach is grassy and green with shade provided by palm trees. Picnic tables can also be found. Magic Island Beach has all the facilities of a modern beach and is in close proximity to stores and restaurants ideal for spending great moments of fun and entertainment.
Type: Beach, Park, Surf Break
Features: Bathroom, Drinking water, Food for purchase, Lifeguards, Parking, Picnic tables, Showers, Wheelchair access
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- Very beautiful scenery
- Nice clear and warm water perfect for paddle boarding
- Turtles and hammerhead sharks
Kane'ohe Bay is a sheltered body of water in the mainland Hawaiian island. It is located on the windward, northwest coast of Oahu. About 8 miles (12.8km), it's a reef-dominated embayment ... morethat provides a spectacular view and lots of recreational features. Visitors come to the sandbar island by boat. It is often not crowded. At the backdrop, the Ko'olau Mountains and Chinaman's hat offers picture perfect opportunity. The water is warm and very clear, there are also no waves. The area is great for kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling or just enjoy the sand and coral beach. Several beaches surround the area, you can find a nice cozy spot where you have all the privacy you want and enjoy the serenity. Many local residents with boats find the location also as the perfect place for having a barbecue.
Kane'ohe Bay consist of five islets, the sandbar (Ahu o Laka), Kekepa (Turtleback rock), Kapapa, are islets on the reef barrier. Two prominent islands are found within Kane'ohe Bay, Mokoli'i (Chinaman's hat) and Moku o Lo'e (coconut island). Dozen of popular and TV series had been made in the Bay, Pearl Harbor and Gilligan's island and 50 first date are among the most. The location was also chosen by the Hawaiian Chief to build their sacred fishponds. The sandbar in Kane'ohe Bay appears during low tide and during high tides it is completely submerged under water.
Kane'ohe Bay is also a breeding ground for hammerhead sharks. Thousands are born on the island every year, marine scientists from all over the world come to the bay to study the sharks who spend their first few months in the shallow waters before swimming out to deeper waters. The sharks can grow to a length of 13 feet. Turtles can also be seen swimming near the bay.
Kane'ohe Bay does is not ideal for swimming, the bay is mostly visited for the extraordinary view and for relaxing. The bay is protected from the strong trade winds induced waves by a large barrier reef. The result is that the conditions make it perfect for the growth of patch reefs and fringe reefs throughout the bay. There are no facilities in the islets, but the beaches on the main islands, Mokoli'i and Coconut island, there can be found a few facilities such as showers, picnic tables.
Features: Picnic tables, Showers
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- Ancient Hawaiian Traditions
- An Educational Trip
- The Birthing Site of Kauaiian Kings
All the Kauaiian kings were born in Pohaku Ho’ohanau,
otherwise known as the Royal Birthstones. This site is very sacred to the
Hawaiian people, and it was made important by having ... moreall of the kings necessary
to be born right there. They had a stone for the woman in question to leave
again, and then another for her to put her legs on while giving birth to the
Kauaiian king. Located in Wailua River State Park, this historic place actually
once housed a grass shack where the pregnant woman would stay until the day of
birth.
You’ll find stairs leading to a cemetery nearby that dates
back to the 1890’s, but the Pohaku Ho’ohanau is located next to the Holoholoku
Heiau. A flat stone as found in front of this historic site where it’d cover a
dog that had been sacrificed to show the site was forbidden to all commoners.
A ritual after the birthing even took place for all new
Kauaiian born kings. When people give birth, an umbilical cord has to be cut,
and here that is no different, except that it was placed in a crack in the rock
wall. The Ancient Hawaiians would use this to determine if the child would later
become a thief. If a rat took it, then yes. If not, then no. Experience
Hawaiian history by visiting Pohaku Ho’ohanau on your trip.
Type: Attraction, Cultural, Geological Feature, Historic
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