Nuʻuanu Pali State Wayside on Postcard

"Climbing up the Koolau The Pali Puka trail is a short distance, but the trail was much more exposed and challenging to negotiate than the length of path suggests. The trail is hidden beyond the parking lot at the Nuuanu Pali Lookout and follows along the ridge line of the Koolau mountains. The ridge of these mountains is quite thin in places, and their steep rock faces on the windward side of Oahu are not very inviting. A "puka" is the hawaiian word for "hole." Appropriately, at the end of this short hike, there is a hole in the ridge where satisfied hikers can enjoy the view over windward Oahu, or look back down the lush and green Nuuanu Valley toward Honolulu."

Off the Beaten Path: Hiking around Honolulu

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Jinseung Kim (Soulless traveler)

Google

The view from the lookout is great, as the distance from the parking lot to the lookout is short. Parking is free for Hawaii residents, otherwise it costs $7. The view from the lookout is very good, and it is worth visiting at least once. It is a pity that there are no related tourist attractions.

Michelle C.

Google

Nu'uanu Pali Lookout is a site of historical significance that was the location of the Battle of Nu'uanu in 1795. The blustery lookout has an amazing panoramic view of the windward northeast coast of Oʻahu. There is no entrance fee; however, you’ll need to pay for parking at the parking meters unless you’re a local resident or military. There are portable restrooms onsite.

Matt Broussard

Google

Incredible view! Very windy and 10 or 15 degrees cooler than sea level. Awesome historic site.

Daithí Kilcourse

Google

A brilliant lookout located a short distance from Honolulu. Under 30 minutes from Waikiki. The views are amazing. It can get very windy and cold up there. Watch your hats and bring a jacket. Well worth the short cold walk. The views on the way up are amazing too.

Chicocares Aguilar

Google

If you like to experience breathtaking views and see the ocean, this is a great spot while you are visiting Oahu. You definitely will need a car or buy a tour to come to this place. Well worth it to be honest and something you want to experience. There are hikes you can do in this area, be ready to pay for parking if you want to hike. I recommend doing this trip on a weekday versus weekend. Hope you go visit and experience this gorgeous views. #chicosreviews

Ashwani Bhasin

Google

Get fantastic and sweeping view of the windward side. If you are on your way to or from Lanikai beach, stop here for a refreshing puff of air all around you. and you can spot some big roosters playing around too.

Ru Wi

Google

The Nuʻuanu Pali State Wayside is located approximately 9 km northeast of Honolulu. and offers stunning views of Kaneʻohe, Kailua, Mokoliʻi Island and the inshore fishpond at Kualoa Point from an elevation of approximately 1,400 feet. The Pali Hwy runs in the tunnel just below the lookout. At the southwest exit of the tunnel, you can take Nuuanu Pali Drive to the parking lot at the lookout point.

Scott Jebbia

Google

Amazing look out point go early in the morning to avoid lines in crowds. Lots of history at this site, make sure you look for the sign for the park in Lookout it's right off the highway easy to miss. If you are stopping by with your car full of luggage make sure you lock it at its area is known for people breaking in your car and stealing. Definitely worth the time for the view.

Jinseung Kim (Soulless traveler)

Google

The view from the lookout is great, as the distance from the parking lot to the lookout is short. Parking is free for Hawaii residents, otherwise it costs $7. The view from the lookout is very good, and it is worth visiting at least once. It is a pity that there are no related tourist attractions.

Michelle C.

Google

Nu'uanu Pali Lookout is a site of historical significance that was the location of the Battle of Nu'uanu in 1795. The blustery lookout has an amazing panoramic view of the windward northeast coast of Oʻahu. There is no entrance fee; however, you’ll need to pay for parking at the parking meters unless you’re a local resident or military. There are portable restrooms onsite.

Matt Broussard

Google

Incredible view! Very windy and 10 or 15 degrees cooler than sea level. Awesome historic site.

Daithí Kilcourse

Google

A brilliant lookout located a short distance from Honolulu. Under 30 minutes from Waikiki. The views are amazing. It can get very windy and cold up there. Watch your hats and bring a jacket. Well worth the short cold walk. The views on the way up are amazing too.

Chicocares Aguilar

Google

If you like to experience breathtaking views and see the ocean, this is a great spot while you are visiting Oahu. You definitely will need a car or buy a tour to come to this place. Well worth it to be honest and something you want to experience. There are hikes you can do in this area, be ready to pay for parking if you want to hike. I recommend doing this trip on a weekday versus weekend. Hope you go visit and experience this gorgeous views. #chicosreviews

Ashwani Bhasin

Google

Get fantastic and sweeping view of the windward side. If you are on your way to or from Lanikai beach, stop here for a refreshing puff of air all around you. and you can spot some big roosters playing around too.

Ru Wi

Google

The Nuʻuanu Pali State Wayside is located approximately 9 km northeast of Honolulu. and offers stunning views of Kaneʻohe, Kailua, Mokoliʻi Island and the inshore fishpond at Kualoa Point from an elevation of approximately 1,400 feet. The Pali Hwy runs in the tunnel just below the lookout. At the southwest exit of the tunnel, you can take Nuuanu Pali Drive to the parking lot at the lookout point.

Scott Jebbia

Google

Amazing look out point go early in the morning to avoid lines in crowds. Lots of history at this site, make sure you look for the sign for the park in Lookout it's right off the highway easy to miss. If you are stopping by with your car full of luggage make sure you lock it at its area is known for people breaking in your car and stealing. Definitely worth the time for the view.

Nuʻuanu Pali State Wayside

Nuʻuanu Pali State Wayside

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