Makapu'u Lookout – Makapuʻu Lighthouse Trail loop from Henry J. Kaiser High School

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Honolulu County

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Makapu'u Lookout – Makapuʻu Lighthouse Trail loop from Henry J. Kaiser High School

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Makapu'u Lookout – Makapuʻu Lighthouse Trail loop from Henry J. Kaiser High School

06:44

24.6km

390m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

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5.64 km

Alan Davis Beach

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Alan Davis Beach is a little cove on the eastern end of Oʻahu and makes the perfect combination with nearby Makapuʻu Lighthouse. Even though the beach is kind of 'hidden', …

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6.54 km

Makapu'u Lighthouse Parking and Trailhead

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Free parking can be very busy on weekends, parking along the main street is not a problem.

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7.13 km

Makapu'u Lookout

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A view that really represents the symbol of Hawaii. You can not get enough.

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8.99 km

The Makapuʻu Lighthouse Trail is one of the most famous and popular trails on Oʻahu. Along the paved trail, you will experience amazing views of the coastline and Makapuʻu Beach and see interesting places like the old military pillboxes.

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9.91 km

Makapu'u Head

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This is the highest point along the Makapu'u Point Trail — a superb vantage point for taking in views of Koko Head, Koko Crater, and offshore islets that serve as …

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10.2 km

View of Makapuʻu Lighthouse and the Coast

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This viewpoint offers spectacular views of the coast, the beach and the picturesque lighthouse towering just before the ocean. If you're lucky, you can even spot some whales in their migration season from May - November.

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11.3 km

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15.5 km