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 The North Shore of O'ahu is most famous for the monster waves that strike this shoreline during the winter months. Top surfers and curious onlookers crowd Sunset Beach, Banzai Pipeline and Waimea Bay waiting for "the big one". During the calmer months, visitors enjoy pristine diving and snorkeling conditions.
The rural community of Haleiwa is the...
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 This cone shaped outcropping of lava off Kualoa Point resembles the peasant's chapeau worn by rural Chinese - thus the name: Chinaman's Hat. The reef surrounding the island supports an abundance of marine life and is one of the O'ahu's best offshore islands. You can see Chinaman's Hat from numerous vantage points along the coast but the best view is to ...
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 The Nuuanu Pali Lookout ("Cool Height Cliff")overlooking the 985 foot cliffs of the Koolau Mountain Range, is one of the best views on O'ahu. It was here in 1795 that King Kamehameha and his warriors defeated the O'ahu armies by sending them over these steep, forested cliffs and claiming his victory and uniting the Hawaiian Islands. The breathtaking sig...
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 In ancient times, the extinct volcanic Punchbowl Crater was known as Puowaina which means "Consecrated Hill" or "Hill of Sacrifice". It was the site of many secret Ali'i (royal) burials and a place where offenders of certain Kapus (taboos) were sacrificed.
Today, the Hill of Sacrifice is the location of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific w...
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 Laie is a peaceful little town located on the northeastern tip of the island of Oahu, between Kahuku and Hauula. Laie Falls, which takes you through thick, tropical foliage, with beautiful views of the ocean every half mile or so. Once you reach the site of the secluded falls and pool, you can cool down with a refreshing swim before heading back to town....
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 The Laie Point offers scenic views of offshore and a seabird sanctuary island. Good shore fishing from sea cliffs at the Point. Laie Point offers for a dramatic view of the rugged coastline. A breathtaking, mostly hidden view is the arch in Kukuihoolua Island, which can be viewed from Laie Point near the Polynesian Cultural Center....
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Take a cool, refreshing drive through a lush, green rain forest that opens up to the breathtaking panoramic view of Diamond Head, Waikiki, Punchbowl Crater, and Honolulu.
Several great trails take you through the rain forest and bamboo forest to the top of a cinder cone for a fabulous view of an uninhabited valley and the South Shore....
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 Also called "The Heat", Kaena Point State Park is the last beach along Farrington Road which ends at Kaena Point. This West Coast beach has a beautiful vantage point of the coast and the most northwestern point of O'ahu.
During the winter months this beach has dangerous rip currents and very large swells. Obey all posting and warnings....
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 The Anahulu Bridge is one of the most well known features in Haleiwa. Fishing, especially deep sea fishing, is still very popular in this town....
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Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalaniana'ole Highway
South Oahu
The Toilet Bowl is a natural pool formed by centuries of waves beating against the lava rock at Hanauma Bay. The trail to the Toilet Bowl can be treacherous and should not be attempted when the lifeguards close this area off to public access. When the Toilet Bowl is open, follow the path along the left side of Hanauma Bay.
The pool rises and falls with the tide. I...
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 The most beloved and illustrious of Hawaii's heroes, Kamehameha unified the Hawaiian Island. His government maintained peace and traditional values even under intense Western influence. This statue is one of three cast in Paris from a model made by American artist T.R. Gould.
The statue, located in front of Ali'Iolani Hale, was dedicated in 18...
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 Kapiolani Park was created by King Kalakaua in the 1870's. This beautiful 500-acre park is listed on the State's Historic Register as many of its exceptional trees date back over 100 years. Kapiolani Park is the site of historic Diamond Head, the famous Kodak Hula Show, the world renown 42-acre Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Shell, home to many outdoor conc...
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 Goat Island is a pancake shaped lava rock a few yards off the coast of the Malaikahana Recreation Area. The center of the island is a restricted refuge area for ground-dwelling birds raising their young. The waters surrounding the island are great for snorkeling. There are tide pools, perfect for observing small sea life, and a sandy beach studded with co...
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 The Falls of Clyde is the only surviving fully-rigged, four masted sailing ship left in the world. Built in 1878 in Port Glasgow, Scotland she sailed all over the Pacific area. In 1899 she became the first four masted ship to fly the Hawaiian flag. In 1973 this majestic vessel was entered into the National Register of Historic Places. The Falls of Clyde...
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 The Diamond Head Lighthouse is built on the steep coast cliff of the extinct Diamond Head Volcano. The original lighthouse was built in 1899 and the original fresnel lens is still in use today. The current structure was erected in 1917. Built of reinforced concrete, the 55-foot lighthouse stands 147 feet above sea level and projects its light 1...
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 This rock formation is located on the mountain ridge above Kahana Bay on the Windward Coast. Ancient Hawaiians said it was Kupua, a relative of Pele, who wished to follow Hi'iaka (Pele's sister) but was turned to stone. The Hawaiians, having never seen a lion, thought this rock formation was a large headed dog. Later, westerners named the rock "Crouchi...
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 Waimea Falls is located in the beautiful 1,800-acre Waimea Falls Park. In ancient times, the Hawaiians believed that Waimea had healing powers and they would bring their wounded soldiers to the waterfall and lay them in the water for healing. The water has a reddish tint due to the iron oxide found in the volcanic soil that flows down from the mountains ...
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Waianae Harbor is a 38-acre working harbor located on the Leeward Coast just north of Kaneilio Point. Huge installed stones form an impressive manmade harbor for everything from luxury yachts to small fishing boats. Some cruises and whale watching tours embark from this site....
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 Located along the Tantala Drive, this park contains the best views from Mount Tantalus. In fact, if you watch the movie Blue Hawaii with Ellvis Presley, this is where he and his girlfriend went for a picnic.
The overlook at Pu'u Ualakaa Park offers a panoramic view of southern O'ahu from Diamond Head through Waikiki to Punchbowl Crater and t...
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 Pearl Harbor is the site of the infamous invasion by Japan on December 7, 1941. Today it is still an active Naval Harbor as well as the final resting place of the USS Arizona, "Mighty Mo", and the "Pearl Harbor Avenger". Wartime history, exhibits, films, activities, and memorials make this a "MUST SEE" site in O'ahu....
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 Also known as Rabbit Island.
Manana Island is located on the Windward side of O'ahu, north of Makapu'u Point. The shape of the island actually resembles a rabbit but it was named Rabbit Island because rabbits actually live there after a rancher released the animals there. Today the island serves as a seabird sanctuary....
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 Magic Island comprises 30 acres of the 100-acre Ala Moana Beach Park. This is a favorite spot for visitors and residents to jog, bike, picnic, swim, and enjoy the beautiful sunset.
Enjoy a truly breathtaking view from Diamond Head to Waianae from Magic Island....
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 Koko Crater is a cinder cone remaining from the last active volcano that occurred on O'ahu approximately 10,000 years ago. This crater is the tallest tuff ring in Hawaii, measuring 1,207 feet in height. The slopes of the crater drop steeply into the Molokai Channel, an area which lacks protection from any offshore reefs, causing very turbulent seas in thi...
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This cave is located at the base of a 200-foot outcropping of rock along Farrington Highway. The cave goes back approximately 100 yards and ends. Legend has it that the cave was the home of Nanue, the shark man....
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 This 71-foot high lighthouse stands on Barber's Point outside of Kalaeloa on the southwest tip of the island. The point is named for Captain Henry Barber whose ship wrecked on a coral shoal off the point on October 31, 1796. The lighthouse was originally established as a station in 1888. The current concrete structure went into service in 1933 ...
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 Honolulu Harbor, located on Mamala Bay, is Hawaii's major port facility, handling over 11 million tons of cargo annually. The harbor serves as Hawaii's primary distribution center to Oahu and the rest of the State. Hawaii imports 80% of its required goods with 98% shipped via water.
Honolulu Harbor's immediate proximity to Downtown Honolulu ...
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 The Halona Blowhole Lookout is one of the most spectacular overlooks on the East Coast. The Halona Blowhole and Halona Cove can easily be seen from this site as well as a large portion of the East Coast Cliffs....
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 This cove is situated to the right of the Halona Blowhole. The cove has a small sandy beach that is great for swimming when the surf is calm. The cove is probably best known as the site of the famous love scene between Burt Lancaster and Deborah Kerr in the 1953 movie, From Here to Eternity....
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 Duke Paoa Kahanamoku lived from 1890-1968. He was born and raised in Waikiki and was a full-blooded Hawaiian, representing the culture to millions of people. He was an Olympic champion winning three gold, two silver, and one bronze metal in four Olympics between 1912 and 1922. He is known as the Father of International Surfing having introduced ...
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Ala Wai Boulevard
The Ala Wai Canal, or "Freshwater Way", is a beautiful waterway at the western entrance to Waikiki. Constructed in 1922, the canal drains up to 150 inches of rainwater that falls in the mountains above Waikiki each year. Prior to the completion of the canal, southeastern coast of O'ahu was a swampland of fish and duck ponds.
After the canal was completed, the land was reclaimed and the result wa...
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 This beautiful harbor marks the end of the Ala Wai Canal and the entrance to the Pacific Ocean. It provides moors for most private watercraft and is the home of the Waikiki and Hawaii Yacht Clubs. Waiting lists for a slip in this harbor is a minimum of ten years....
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Hawaiian Style Travel
