This is probably my favorite beach so far! It's so beautiful and peaceful. I was able to park my…read morecar right next to the beach!

Kaʻaʻawa Beach Park is where I took my family photos. This little beach only has a couple of…read moreparking spots so getting there early makes the adventure much easier. The reason I chose this beach is because of the towering mountains that rise right behind the sand and the green scenery that makes you feel like you stepped into a movie set. I have been to Hawaii plenty of times, but never here, and the moment I arrived it took my breath away. It felt like a hidden spot waiting to be discovered, the kind of place you want to keep in your back pocket.

A small public park with a boat launch. Boat launch is relatively new but deteriorating quickly…read more Good parking area

Not sure yet. I've used all trails and Strava and they show different routes. You pass several…read moreresidence on way to trail head so be respectful. The trail I've only gone part way. So still exploring. It would be helpful with someone that knows the trail. But I'll give it an other try. Looks like a not so hidden gem. I've seen a few people here but not many.

Amazing view to take picture for any type of photos!…read more Came here for my graduation / engagement photos! Looking for a photographer in Oahu Hawai'i ! Let's connect love to capture all your special moments.

The many views…read more.. Not just the stunning calm of the ocean that surrounds Chinaman's Hat though this rocky surface of the beach keeps many from swimming in the area I have vivid memories of picking various seaweed here way back in the day where we spend hours just searching is just so relaxing and therapeutic along with the sense of accomplishment taking home the prize. Whether you stumble upon this park with your drive around the island or a planned photo op of an event both mountain and ocean views are just so amazingly peaceful and not sure if you're aware but on a great low tide days you're able to walk up to the island is a bucket list but yet frightening of just the thought of it lol it can get breezy and though there are great picnic areas along with bathroom and lots of free parking so happy to have revisited a place that carries lots of happy memories. Thank you!

This is probably one of the challenging hikes I did to see a "waterfall". Came here after a…read morerainstorm, it was still raining hard when we started our hike and the stream is flowing really good. The pools are up to high-waist / neck deep so we know there will be a nice waterfall in the end. Beware of the The 30-40ft. rock climbing in the middle of the hike.. there's a rope "use it as a guide" only. It took us 40 minutes going in ( we have a 4 yr.old ). Some parts are very slippery we decided to wear our "spikes" to make it faster.. a lot of stream crossings, holding on to the roots.. there was 2 dead boars on the path full of maggots, (2/3/18) so wait till it get washed off.. Tips: spikes, Atleast 1 bottled water, gloves, off/bug spray. Be courteous to the neighborhood. Turn to the right on the fork.

All week long, people have been asking me, "Jeff, what did…read moreyou do to your leg?" "Oh, well, hell, I took a little spill while hiking." "Where were you hiking?" "Out in Ka'a'awa (North Shore)." "Yeah, but where?" "You know what? I don't remember the name? And, it really doesn't matter, cause I wouldn't recommend it anyway." I must have said that a hundred times this week. And here's why: With any great hike, at some point, there has to be a payoff. A "Wow" moment when that the little voice in your head says, "Yeah, that's why." That never happened for me here. Was it a great work out? Hell yeah, the best. My muscles hurt from my delts to my quads and hammies. Not the kind of pain you get from gym works, but the kind from physical labor. It was a educational hike. I saw things, and figured out things that I had never thought of before (and learning is fun! Knowledge is power!). Large pockets of fresh water house an abundance of Tahitian prawns. Their slender bodies and spindly claws showing easily through the waters surface. Wild guava are in abundance, and beautiful red Hawaiian ginger is sprouting around every corner. Sadly, my brain never clicked and said "wow" (not even a lower case wow). To get to the Falls you have to traverse dried river bed, and being that it's dry? That's right...no Falls. The 30-40 foot rope climb, up a moss covered wall was exhilarating, but coming down was nerve-racking. It was here that I slipped, and, trust me, spiked shoes are the worst? Ever walk on smooth tile in golf shoes? The location is marked perfectly on the Yelp map. Parking is side of the road only, and the entrance is right at the end of the dead end road. Use common sense. Look, I'm not one to tell you what to do. You wanna go? Go. I just don't see the point, there are better hikes with more value just up the road. That being said? Fresh Guava jam dose sound delicious? Right? And Tahitian prawns in shoyu and wasabi, fresh off the bbq? Well...we'll see. Aloha :)

Outdoors park with a view of the mountains and the ocean!…read moreThere's a bathroom and outdoors shower if you're heading into the water. There's two parking areas: on in the front by the bus stop and one in the back closer to the water. There's a fun playground and basketball court and a huge grassy area to play. You can see people fly kites and even parachute down here! Bathroom has no soap, so bring your own hand sanitizer and paper towels. Also there's 711 right across the street!!!

A great place to take the family camping, with beautiful sunsets/sunrises and a 7-eleven across the…read morestreet for late night cravings. The ride to and from the park will have you in awe over the beaches and the clear water too! Only thing is the bathrooms were closed one morning for maintenance but other than that it was a great experience

Let me first point out that depending on the season and how well you are condition, this might not…read morebe the State Park for you. There are two trails. One that leads to scenic point at Kilo Keaniani. And the other leads to Nākoa Loop Trail, which is also a public hunting grounds. I chose the loop trail. The Nākoa isn't for tourist. This spot is in the country side of Hawaii, local only kinda spot. To get there you walk through a small local neighborhood who's home is in the center of the ultimate Hawaiian backdrop dream. If you are a novice hiker, this trail might be too much. It's roughly 2.5 miles but you have to traverse over water 4 times during the loop, walk through mud, and deal with mosquitoes. Total fun. Hard but total fun. There's something real about hiking on Public Hunting Area. It's not crowded. You here the sounds of wildlife, birds, insects, and sometimes boar, rumbling through the jungle forest. There's something real about hiking on a trail that suggest non-hunters to wear bright colors to ensure safety. There's something real about hiking on a trail that has side trails created by the wild boars that uproot the vegetation through out the jungle. There's something real about hiking local territory, local country side of O'ahu, local rules, and local vibe. I recommend this adventure to those who want to test how much adventure they can handle.

Good: looking out at the ocean, beautiful. Day use to sit on shore and watch the ocean, great…read more Restrooms on the mauka side of the street were clean and functional. Not Great: the mauka side of the street which has the trail head and "information" area was not welcoming, seemed unmaintained, ok, seriously neglected. The short trail was unclear and poorly marked, the end of the trail was downright treacherous, if that was even the real end of the trail (see poorly marked). The decent bathrooms were locked at dusk, leaving a couple of unlit latrines for the overnight campers. The tent sites are pretty close to the road, and the parking area warns that the parking is a high theft area. Little hard to sleep factoring all that in. Ocean pretty murky with lots of natural debris but also fishing nets, lines and microplastics washing ashore. Day/picnic use: recommend Overnight: less so

Kahana Bay Beach Parkから Kaneohe方面まで…read moreぐるっと一望できるTrailです。。 Trail入口の反対側に砂利土の駐車場があります。。 広くなっているのである程度分かりやすいです。。 Trailは急斜面が多いく、雨天後は土の部分が滑りやすいです。。 途中ロープが垂れているところもあります。。 急斜面が多いですが比較的距離は短く 片道30分程度で頂上まで登ることができます。。 急斜面ですので、特に復路は滑りやすく注意が必要です。。 頂上に行くとLaie方面からKaneohe方面まで 180度一望できる素晴らしい景色が待っています。。 登ってきてよかった！と実感できるTrailです。。 頂上部分は岩で狭くなっているので 注意が必要です。。 駐車スペースはTrail入り口の道路反対側にあります。。

Super steep! we went while it was dry and it was really hot (around 10AM). Make sure you have your…read moreHANDS free, because you will be CLIMBING down, almost SCALING down a mountain lol. My butt is definitely dirty from sitting down and trying to scale down.

This is a short but difficult hike. Lots of going up on rocks, using tree branches and roots to…read morehold on, etc. it was our first full day and I was sore the rest of the trip. Definitely worth the views.

Kahana Bay Beach Parkから Kaneohe方面まで…read moreぐるっと一望できるTrailです。。 Trail入口の反対側に砂利土の駐車場があります。。 広くなっているのである程度分かりやすいです。。 Trailは急斜面が多いく、雨天後は土の部分が滑りやすいです。。 途中ロープが垂れているところもあります。。 急斜面が多いですが比較的距離は短く 片道30分程度で頂上まで登ることができます。。 急斜面ですので、特に復路は滑りやすく注意が必要です。。 頂上に行くとLaie方面からKaneohe方面まで 180度一望できる素晴らしい景色が待っています。。 登ってきてよかった！と実感できるTrailです。。 頂上部分は岩で狭くなっているので 注意が必要です。。 駐車スペースはTrail入り口の道路反対側にあります。。

Found this magical spot through google. People has mention you can't access this beach unless you…read morebook a boat over through Kualoa Ranch activity center. Were they wrong! I did my research and manage to find a way by foot. It took about 10 to 15 minutes to reach this destination. My kids and I were so excited to explore slice of paradise. Crystal clear water and beautiful scenery felt we were on a deserted island. Glad I was able to find a way to get here without paying a fee.

Food: NA Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 4/5 Parking: 3/5 Family friendly: 5/5 Stroller friendly: 2/5 ADA accessible: 2/5 If you've ever been to Oahu and end up wandering up the the Northeast side of the island or meander towards Kualoa ranch, then you should try to find the Secret Island. It's an entirely man made island where there are activities like paddle board, group canoe, kayaking, volleyball, and lounging. The only downside with the water activities here is that is limited freedom on where one can go. Is say about 75 yards on each direction. Trust me on this, YOU WILL GET CALLED BACK. However it is for your safety. All of these come with a fee of course, but since work and I were there for a wedding, it was all paid for. There is no food provided, however you CAN BRING YOUR OWN FOOD AND DRINKS, provided there is no glass brought in. It's a great place for a little get away, from your little get away and I recommend to do this while on the island.

Do you see it... Not…read moreat first I admit but once you know you certainly do and oh how fun it is to grab a glance at it where I usually don't get much a chance of that since I've been driving but on this day with Terry K I got that chance and boy what memories it brings as every moment as a child it represents celebration with family and what a drive it is as you need to take the scenic route as we call with the endless ocean views. Not exactly sure who discovered this unique rock formation but is a fun view point as you take in the stunning various parts of the island that's free yet a great photo opportunity along with some rest/lunch stop at The Crouching Lion Restaurant which is exactly what we did and hope that you do so to take the time and enjoy this stunning view. Thank you!

I went to this new opening with new menu and full renovation of the place. I was actually…read moredisappointed with the menu, the food was a cross over of Laotian food with Tex mex menu. I had the tacos, fries, and sliders. To me all that I had were spicy and it over powered the flavor. Presentations were good but flavor was just over powered by the spicy chili ingredient. The service was slow and confusing for them as to what people ordered and where they were sitting. Your server was 5 different folks and not consistent. Your drink runs out and your sitting there waiting. Maybe it's opening jitters. But the menu needs change and service needs to improve. Chairs were hard, the ambiance was good but it would be better if the waiting was not so long. I'll go again later in the year and see what happens . Aloha