Bring your camera to capture one of the best views on Oahu. The
Nuuanu Pali Lookout is located 1,200 feet (366 m) above the beautiful
windward coast, close to the 3,000-foot-high (914 m) summit of the Pali
Highway. From the platform you can see Chinaman’s Hat in the west,
the towns of Kaneohe and Kailua and the seemingly endless Koolau
Mountain Range, all embraced by a deep blue ocean. Not just the view
will blow you away. Hold on to your hats, hairpieces and small dogs
as the winds on the Pali Lookout can be very strong.
The Pali Lookout is also the site of King Kamehameha's last battle
in his war to unite all islands. In 1795, several hundred Oahu
warriors were thrown down the cliffs by Kamehameha’s men and legends
has it that on some nights, one can still hear them.
To the east side of the lookout platform there is a small path going
downhill. This is part of the old trail that was used to cross the
mountain range before the Pali Highway and the tunnel were built in
the late 19th century. Take some time and go for a walk on this
historic ground before heading down to explore windward Oahu.
To get to the Nuuanu Pali Lookout, follow the signs on both sides of
the Pali Highway on the Honolulu side of the tunnel. The park is
open from 9 am to 4 pm daily. Admission is free.
Nuuanu Pali Lookout in Bullet Points
Enjoy one of the best birds eye views on Oahu, from the 3,000
feet high (914 m) summit of the Pali Highway
View the towns of Kaneohe and Kailua and the offshore island
Chinaman's Hat
This is also the site of King Kamehameha's last battle in
his war to unite all islands
Driving Directions to the Nuuanu Pali Lookout / Location
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