Discover the most breathtaking vantage points across the Hawaiian Islands.
There’s a moment, just after the door swings open and the wind comes rushing in, when your breath catches and your world narrows to the edge of the sky. Below, the coast curves into golden sand and blue reef, the mountains roll into green velvet folds, and the Pacific stretches out like a mirror forever. And then—just like that—you let go.
At the far western tip of Oʻahu, where the paved roads end and the coastline turns wild, the Kaʻena Point Trail leads to one of the island’s most remote and untouched natural areas. This relatively flat but rugged coastal walk can be accessed from either the North Shore near Mokulēʻia or the west side near Mākaha, and both routes offer sweeping ocean views, lava rock shorelines, and a rare encounter with native Hawaiian wildlife.
High above the cliffs of the Koʻolau mountain range, the Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout offers one of Oʻahu’s most iconic views. Just minutes from downtown Honolulu, this historic site reveals a sweeping panorama of Kāneʻohe, Kailua, and the lush valleys of Oʻahu’s Windward side.
Nestled along Kalanianaʻole Highway between Hanauma Bay and Makapuʻu, Lānaʻi Lookout is a short but unforgettable stop known for its rugged lava rock cliffs and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. It's one of those places that doesn’t require much time but offers incredible visual rewards. On clear days, the view stretches to neighbor islands like Lānaʻi, Molokaʻi, and even Maui.