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    4.0 (34 reviews)

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    Jacob N.

    There's a waterfall in La'ie?! That's what I first thought when I heard about this hike from a friend. And yes, there is. Waaaay back there! PROS: + Great views + Variety of terrain + Not too short, not too long + A waterfall! CONS: - Hot - Not a lot of parking near the trail head - Can get muddy in spots We parked and met up with our group at the football field on Poohaili St., then walked along the road towards the mountains. We continued past the driveway that says you will be shot if you pick the coconuts (we did not pick any coconuts), and on the right there was an opening in the fence with a sign that pointed the way to the La'ie Falls trail. We followed the sign, and went up the road. Eventually we walked past the trail head, but luckily ran into a Chinese man and his dog telling us that we were going towards another trail, so we turned around and found the right spot. The first sign marking the way to the trail: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=O7TCR3Hm5SyQP77aC4a-RA#8uft4axCD7x8xkoP_RsSew Another sign showing you're on the right track: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=O7TCR3Hm5SyQP77aC4a-RA#kkPcKWdvIFPCqagW8L6-MA Of course this trail head started off with a no trespassing sign that said we could only enter with permission. I'm sure at least one of the twelve of us had some sort of permission, right??... No? Meh... That's ok. On we went! A weird way to mark the trail head: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=O7TCR3Hm5SyQP77aC4a-RA#sjMCeyIdZ-stSLZkMYrxHg For the most part the trail is a gradual incline going from the road up through the tall grass in the beginning, past ironwood trees, and dirt embankments. There are even some good dirt biking spots off to the sides of some parts of the trail. There were also countless strawberry guava trees everywhere along the trail. Some were even ripe enough to pick and eat! Baby Ironwood: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=O7TCR3Hm5SyQP77aC4a-RA#BFor6rmKBM62fgomT-Ilhw It unfortunately started raining a little bit early in hour trek, and the sun cam out blazing right after, so it was extremely humid. Also, in the lower parts of the trail there isn't a lot of wind because of the hills and trees blocking the soft breezes. HOT HOT HOT HOT! This was pretty killer. The muddiness that the rain had also caused had also made the going a little slower than it should have been. Mud in the making: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=qRmCY5sbYuNUfak5xsUEDg#qRmCY5sbYuNUfak5xsUEDg Eventually you'll reach a part of the trail that's full of Cook Pines. By this point you're pretty far in, and you'll be able to see the ocean, valleys, and even some of the giant windmills from the wind farm in Kahuku. We weren't at the falls yet, though. After the Cook pines we had to keep going, and followed a path that ran along the side of the hills. Cook Pines: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=qRmCY5sbYuNUfak5xsUEDg#y0Sfzi7i5WIffYBqJIHY_w View from the hillside: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=qRmCY5sbYuNUfak5xsUEDg#uJifhZTZqOA85OVchal5OQ After following this path for a while we came to a sign that said if we kept following it we would be heading to the La'ie Summit, so we turned right towards the falls. From this point the path started going downhill to the falls. There were some man made steps and rope to help you down (and keep you from tumbling down the valley). There was also a couple of spots where it's a big step/climb down the path, so don't rush it. After a short journey down the path we finally hit the waterfall. One of the sign at the beginning said it would take about an hour and a half to get to the falls, but I think it ended up taking us closer to two hours from said sign. Summit to the left, Falls to the right: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=qRmCY5sbYuNUfak5xsUEDg#EhQOvprzmck4uuMKauELzA The Falls: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/nMG9ITWtXKjmB-Q-7IQqgA?select=qRmCY5sbYuNUfak5xsUEDg#rxa_tfNUkj1CDxjWhmnQKg We spent a while relaxing, taking pictures, and snacking at the falls. When we were all ready to go we headed back out. The way back was a lot quicker than the way in since it was pretty much all downhill, and the sun had dried out a lot of the muddy spots a little. The total round trip (plus the cruising at the falls) had taken us about 5 hours. I had started the journey with a full 3 liter camelbak, and I had ran out a little before we got back out. I drink a lot of water, so it's not too surprising, but I was rationing myself on the way up. As always make sure you bring sunscreen and enough water!

    Evan H.

    We'd read all the reviews and took on the challenge with a group of 15 people. Some intermediate and a few beginners with my two kids, 6 and 8 years old. The hike is VERY difficult because of the mud and narrow hike. Yes, bring water because it's a 6 hours hike and some very dry area. There are my steep climb that you have to hold on the the rope. Recommendation: 1. Check the weather before going. It's dangerous when raining with muddy trial 2. Bring a lot of water and snack 3. Bring mosquito repellent 4. Bring energy drink even you may not need it. 5. Don't follow the Pink Ribbon 6. Easy to get lost. So ask someone before entering. 7. Wear hiking shoes

    Fails and pond
    Melina H.

    Only go if you have medium to advanced skills snacks abs lots of water. Oh and 7 hours! Brought my kids little to long and slightly advanced for them. They did it but would not recommend it. It's beautiful but long. Multiple hills of crazy. ....

    On our way back down
    Chrissy L.

    My friends & I didn't make it because of the weather (it was pouring) but I absolutely LOVED this hike. Love love love. I totally adore nature so the fact that I got real muddy and everything wasn't that big of a deal to me. The views were gorgeous, especially once you get to the hills. Downside: I'm not an overtly active person so I was lowkey dying when it came to going uphill. Also, bring LOTS OF WATER & some snacks because it really is long. But overall, I really did love the hike

    The waterfall at the very top!!
    Kahea C.

    All I can say is...WOW! This hike is no joke!! Very long and very hot!! As you get closer to the top, it starts getting muddy and slippery. Make sure you eat a good breakfast before you start your journey and bring lots and lots of water and light snacks to replenish your energy! Suggestion: put a wet towel in the freezer overnight. The next day, put it in a ziploc bag and take it with you to cool you down. Have a great and safe journey!!

    Pay attention and look for this sign. It will be on your left hand side. The trail for Laie Falls starts here.
    Elaine N.

    One of the "longer-est" (LOL) trails I've done on O'ahu - around 8 miles round trip, I think. I really enjoyed hiking this trail - likely because of the many changes in scenery along the way. - Make sure you have your permit to be on the property you have to walk across. Best to be safe than sorry. I mean, the permit office isn't that far from the trailhead so don't get lazy to make the extra stop. - There should be plentiful parking next to the football field. - Pay attention for the blue sign (will attach a photo). Don't miss it! - Bring food and enough water. You'll need it! - It was muddy when I went so would be good to be prepared for it if you decide to go. - At one point, you might start questioning whether you're heading the right way (like I did - haha)... Don't fret! Just keep going! - Waterfall is not the best, not the worst, but beautiful nonetheless.

    The falls
    Jessica S.

    Seriously awesome hike! Went this morning with a girlfriend and we had a wonderful time! Lots of different types of terrain. You will also get to see amazing views of the mountains and the ocean. The total round trip time to the falls is approximately 3 to 4 hours depending on the pace. Make sure to watch the trail markers - bright pink ribbons so you don't get turned around. You get to walk through lots of what I believe to be strawberry guava trees - yum! The waterfall itself is a small waterfall with a small pool at the bottom. We took our socks and shoes off and stuck our feet in - so refreshing! (Many places say this water is fine to swim in!) Once you reach the top where the sign is to the falls.... you follow a sharp right and then getting to the falls is probably the most challenging part of the hike. Steeper, going down and climbing rocks so be careful. They do have ropes in some areas to help you. Beautiful beautiful hike! In terms of difficulty: I wouldn't say it is that challenging of a hike - maybe rate it a medium. However, it is long and it does go up in elevation. And like mentioned earlier to get to the falls is a bit more challenging. Like always, wear the proper footwear and bring adequate food and you'll be fine! Also a snack once you reach the falls is nice to have!

    Laura S.

    This is a great hike. It is about 3.8 miles to the waterfall. The terrain is varied - it is a mixture of ATV trails and enclosed trails in a wooded area. It is not extremely steep so I found myself running most of the trail. I did this is in Septemeber and the last .5 miles were extremely nat filled because of all the fruit on the ground. Honestly, the waterfall was extremely small and I would have been fine turning around before I got to the nat filled trail section. I would do this again! There are a few great open spots that give you fantastic views of the island! I didn't get a permit but had no issue hiking it.

    running down
    Ina T.

    Good workout but long journey. Lots of water and snacks. Mosquitos possibly so bring repellent or wear proper clothing. I would recommend a hat especially when your exposed on certain parts of the hike. Careful where you park because there are different gates you could possibly get locked in. Lots of frequent bicycle and dirt bikes so watch out for them.

    This was a good hour and half into the hike!
    Tamar B.

    This hike is hard! In order to see the waterfall (after a good 2 hour hike) you must walk down a cliff with a rope?! We heard the waterfall but didn't risk going down the muddy pathway using the rope. The hike itself was amazing as you go past turns and twist which change the climate and greenery. It reminded me of a Disney ride! Make sure you've got tons of water and snacks, good shoes, and sunscreen!!!

    Lauren G.

    Beautiful views - strenuous hike, not for the beginner hiker. Terrain is rough at times, especially near the falls.

    Caroline H.

    Pretty hard hike, but so beautiful! Ocean views while in a beautiful tropical forest! Rough terrain by the falls, you have to climb up and down with a rope. The falls themselves aren't super big but beautiful. You're going to feel like you took a wrong turn/ will never get there near the end, keep going. Bring a lot of water!

    Myranda G.

    Laie Falls was definitely beautiful! It was about an 8 mile hike round trip. The terrain changes frequently leaving you with new views every 10 mins or so, it was a unique experience. The entrance of the hike was covered in lots of tall bushes or grass with a yellow metal fence blocking it so you just need to go through it. I read someone's instructions before the hike and they said to just keep going straight don't go off the beaten paths witch definitely helped. Towards the end it is really sketchy and super muddy so make sure you have good shoes with some grip!! (My mom didn't and ended up face planting at the end lol) anyways, whenever you feel like you're on the wrong path don't worry you're fine just keep straight! You do have to heavily rely on the ropes that are there when you finally are to the falls but just hold on and watch your step because you don't want to trip down the hill! Good luck and don't forget to sigh the waiver at the Laie market place before you go on the hike or else you'll be trespassing. Make sure you don't have any big plans that day so you don't have to rush the hike! It took us about 3 hours but thats only because we were speed walking and running down the hills to make sure we caught our horseback riding reservations! (I don't suggest going if you're out of shape, with little kids or with any pets- it is a dangerous and long hike!)

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    This is a very long hike for a small waterfall so it is best to hike it after it rains so the water fall is going. Be ready for some mud.

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    4.0(24 reviews)
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    Great trail for the family. However; trail is full of roots and does have some rock climbs. But we…read morereally did enjoy it. Mostly shaded, not a lot of views but good hike. Loved the different trees and flowers. Bring the bug spray!!! And be patient with parking, locals do. Or want you parking in front of their house so you do have to park kinda far.

    First time on this hike on the Windward side. Parked across…read morefrom the beach park, since other reviewer on Alltrails said there wasn't much parking near trailhead. The walk was pretty easy to the beginning of the hike through residential area. The beginning of trail leads to 2 different trails, we chose this one. The first third of the trail is an up hill climb and once you are at the ridge level there is some up, down and level. The elevation gain according to Alltrails is 853 ft. We clocked more miles than what was listed on site which included the walk to trailhead. The trail itself is in rainforest and varying foliage and terrain. Trail was damp in some spots and there are a few areas that you will cross a stream, where if there is hard rain that would cause fast flowing water it may not be safe to cross. We had a little rain on hike which did not cause a problem. There a few areas where the trail is narrow which is common here on the island. Once you make the ridge there are there are steps mostly going down the trail. We did it cclock wise which other hikers suggested. Although I think we would have been comfortable either way. There are views of the ocean and canyon once you make it to ridge. We all enjoyed views and the foliage on this hike. Note: we used poles and crampons on for the muddy areas. Must keep eyes on the rooted areas if you don't want to trip. There are mosquitos and it can be humid in some areas of the hike. It is mainly shaded and there are nice breezes on the ridge area of the hike. Alltrades gives it a Moderate rating which is accurate. We are all over 65 and are active and know what to expect from island trails.

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    Such a beautiful hike to do with friends, acquaintances, and even people you don't really like but…read moreyou went to hawaii together because the plane tickets were cheap ! We met the most wonderful dog (a true native Hawaiian!!!!) who lead us around the ridge . In today's world of late-capitalism, climate change, and the invasion of AI, it is so rare to have someone take a break from doomscrolling and look at you with such beautiful cataract eyes! I've had worse tour guides, give that man a raise! We only saw one other group of hikers so the trail was pretty secluded for a mid-hike leak. I was also pleasantly surprised by the accessibility features of this hike! Since the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Haaula Forest has been growing leaves with braille on them (see image 3). As an anti-ablest and someone who had friends with glasses growing up, I am really delighted to see that the jungle is woke and on the cutting edge of social liberalism. If you or your family are thinking of coming on this hike, I highly recommend that you leave your water bottle in the car. Besides the fact that humans can survive without water for three days, sometimes your friend who offers to carry it will change his mind and you will yell at each other on the top of the mountain and then your friendship will never be the same and you will never go hiking together again. Some areas of improvement that I recommend for the next time the tectonic plates collide is that they add a waterfall to this hike and maybe some chickens because it makes no sense that there's no chickens.

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    4.2(20 reviews)
    8.4 km

    I try to hike new trails a couple times of month instead of always doing ones I know…read more This one is located on North Shore, starting high up in a residential community. A bit of a drive up fairly steep hills to get there. Parking is outside entrance on side of road. Only part of trail was actual single track, rest was road. Although my preference is actual hiking trail. The trail section was pretty, narrow in spots and may have small waterfalls crossing trail. Probably not the best trail with heavy rain The road section, although scenic it was too long. If I lived close by I'd go back.

    Wow, it was 2pm on a Sunday and blazing hot! I couldn't see a cloud in the sky! I had planned on…read moreposting up by the beach with a good book in my hammock but something came over me. I felt like being active! I had my running shoes with me but it was too hot to hit the pavement. I could've gone on a trail traveled but instead took some time to look up a new trail close by. I found a trail with warnings of all the mud, "be careful, your shoes will get muddy!" Would the trail be muddy even on a day like this? It hasn't rained for a few days.. I was ready to stand the test! If anything a little mud would be reprieve from the fire I found myself in. So I drove all the way up Pupukea to the end of the road. Be watchful for all the signs indicating where not to park. You will find something close by! The trail starts off on a paved road and I recommend turning left onto the first chance at the trail and coming out at the top or second entrance. I really enjoyed the ease of the paved road back down to my vehicle. Especially after all the attention required along the trail. Even on a hot day the trail is in fact incredibly muddy. If you happen to have a walking stick or find one, it comes highly recommended! The trail is manageable without one but I thought at times it could be helpful. I was also wearing running shoes so hiking boots could've helped but would've been muddy nonetheless. Dodging the mud was fun and made it feel like the roots of the trees were on my team. Descending down the mountainside and then trotting up to the tippy top was cool operating and was just the right recipe for a refreshing afternoon. When I drove down Pupukea after my hike I caught the green light (driving the speed limit!) and drove straight into the parking lot of Shark's Cove. Trust, I took a sweet little dip at Three Tables and felt at home. Great way to recharge before the work week!

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    Many non-island dwelling friends often ask me if I ever get "island fever" or feel isolated living…read morehere on Oahu. Truth is I've never felt that way ever. So much to see and do here. I do however, get occasional "teleworking fever" brought on by the current work-at-home mandate. This weekend we tried to do something about it by seeking out some alternative hiking locations. While Turtle Bay resort is still closed, the myriad of hiking paths are still open. We chose to avail ourselves of the Kahuku point trail and some other ancillary loop trails that stretch across the resort grounds. The day was a perfect one with brisk trades and plenty sun. The 1.5 mile loop and back took us about 3 hours including some time spent gazing out at the point at all the breakers and exploring tide pools. Even spied small fish and found some very interesting geological history--such as micro perforated rocks showing how the volcanic gases escaped. In the end we left the resort feeling decently exercised and ready to face Monday morning! Highly recommend a visit. Mahalo for reading my review.

    A two-mile coastal trail that has a peninsula as the final destination. The path is a simple walk…read moreacross flat land, although the sand may make it a bit more difficult. We only explored a short section from the beginning as it was too sunny and hot for us to go any further. The scenery is relaxing and the beaches were not that crowded despite being next to a hotel. Little critters can be discovered and we had an entertaining time watching all the crabs scurry away from the waves. A variety of birds can be spotted in the vicinity too. We parked at the lot right before Turtle Bay Resort that is accessible via Kuilima Drive. From there, you can walk to the starting point of Turtle Beach and then head east.

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    4.6(32 reviews)
    4.5 km

    Another fun outing while staying at Turtle Bay. Would highly recommend it. They took us from the…read morehotel to the surfing spot nearby on a golf cart. The instructor was awesome, very friendly and helpful, and definitely had the island spirit. His dog was super cool too. Note that the water can be a little choppy and you should be ready just in case.

    Just got back from HI. We booked 2 tours with Shaka Kayaks at Turtle Bay Resort. Both tours were…read moreabsolutely wonderful. The first tour was kayaking with sea turtles and it was the absolute best. The guides knew just where to take us to get up close an personal with the turtles. My wife loves sea turtles so much, she was so excited to be just feet away from them in real life. The guides were super helpful and friendly and went the extra mile to ensure everyone on the tour got to have see the turtles. Told us lots of interesting facts about the local flora and fauna and the history of the area. We would absolutely do this tour again. The second tour we took was a birdwatching tour and it was AMAZING! Our guide was so knowledgeable and we saw so many different species of birds. The whole tour was conducted from a golf cart so my 80 year old grandmother could go with us! She was so thrilled to get up a close view of Albatross in their nest with hatchlings! It was fantastic. I highly recommend booking a tour with Shaka Kayaks if you have the opportunity. You absolutely won't be disappointed.

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    4.7(32 reviews)
    11.9 km

    Where to begin?! From the booking to the end of day drop off, Ryan and Beccy were beyond amazing!…read more Booking: with COVID, we wanted to ensure our booking was 100% refundable if someone in our party had a positive result. The cancellation policy doesn't have a COVID contingency so I called and asked if they could accommodate and asked to have that sent in email as a confirmation. Ryan was more than accommodating and immediately emailed us with the modified cancellation policy and even told me to call to book versus online to avoid online fees. Booking was easy and Ryan asked great questions to understand what type of group we were and what interests we had to ensure he created the perfect itinerary for us. Day of: Pick up: Ryan called before pick to let me know/confirm the activities for the day. Ensured he had what he needed and that we packed what we needed. He was picking us up and was even 10 minutes early to ensure we were packed and ready to go right at 10 am! First stop: Snorkeling! I have been snorkeling several times but this was by far the BEST I've done. The weather was perfect and sun shining and water was crystal blue clear. The fish and coral were beautiful. We saw a pod of dolphins, a seas turtle, sting ray and so many different type of tropical fish. There were some great underwater statues/ structures and Ryan shot some great photos/ videos. Beccy was wonderful with my youngest daughter (10 years old) and ensured there was a surf board to hold into when she got tired. 2nd stop: mermaid caves! Right up the road from the snorkel spot and such a cool/ beautiful spot we did a little bit of exploring, took some great photos/videos and went to our next stop. 3rd stop: Waterfall Cliffs! Brief hike through lush forest to a cute hidden gem of a waterfall. There were ledges 8, 25 and 35 feet high that you could jump from. Most of my party jumped off one or all of them and it was amazing. Ryan took great photos and videos to capture the memories. 4th stop: Lunch at The Smoking Boar and the Coconut!! OMG, great recommendation by Ryan. The place is a family owned restaurant (Ryan and Beccy's neighbors in fact). Everyone in our party (8 people) absolutely LOVED what they ordered. I even tried a few bites of others too and everything was absolutely delicious. Even my youngest, who is the pickiest easter eva could stop eating hers and kept saying how it was the best rice she ever tasted. 5th stop: Surfing the North Shore!!!! Only two people had done any kind of surfing and Ryan and Beccy had everything we would need. Down to the surfing clothes to avoid any rashes. The waves were perfect and everyone got up on their first try! Great instruction and really attentive to ensure we caught the wave and had the best experience. Ryan took photos and videos of the kids surfing and we got some great family photos at the end in front of the surf boards. Becky went tandem surfing with my youngest and she was AMAZING with her. My daughter didn't want to stop. In transit: Ryan and Beccy were great conversationalist and the drive didn't seem long at all to each stop because we were having so much fun just chatting. Overall: I would book them every day if I knew how amazing the day would be. My girls and the rest of the party said it was the best day of the trip. Even if you're only here for a day or two, BOOK THEM! You will not regret it. If/when we come back, we will definitely be booking them again. Mahalo Ryan and Beccy for an amazing experience and day!

    Our tour wasn't perfect but we still had a great time…read more Pros: 1. Our guide was full of interesting stories. 2. It was cool going to more hidden spots. Many of the places we went to, we were either the only ones there or there were just a handful of others. I really appreciated being able to experience places that we would have never found on our own. 3. Some of the activities were beyond our comfort level, but the guide always gave us an alternative that we were more comfortable with. We did push ourselves beyond our comfort level, some more than others in our group, and I have to say that in itself was a rewarding experience that I will treasure, even more than some of the sights we saw. It was terrific bonding experience. Cons: 1. There was less communication than I would've liked before the tour. Our guide said he would follow up the day before but he never did. I had provided general input on what we preferred but none of it was confirmed ahead of time so we really had little idea of what the day would include. As a result, we weren't exactly sure how to dress or what to bring, and there were parts of the tour we would've been happy to skip. 2. The guide didn't bring any life vests. Most of us weren't comfortable swimmers and this really inhibited us from enjoying the water activities to the fullest extent. I would say this was the most disappointing part. (Note: If you hike through any tropical areas, wear bug spray -- no matter what anybody tells you!) Overall, it was still a memorable experience that I will reminisce about fondly. I feel like we got our money's worth and we'd try Mahina Hawaii again.

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    Turtle Bay Pillbox

    Turtle Bay Pillbox

    5.0(2 reviews)
    10.9 km

    It was a nice walk from the road, about a half a mile to the Turtle Bay Pillbox. There is a lot of…read morenice things to see along the way. It is a great place for sunsets.

    Wow, What a nice surprise, we didn't know there was a Pillbox hike here out at Turtle Bay, took a…read morewalk along one of trails and as we were looking at the map, my hubby asked if I wanted to hike to the Pillbox. I only made it up once to the Pillbox in Kailua so I am up for the challenge. We followed the trail, there is a short walk to get to bunker and we walked trough the trees and via the beach way. I came prepared and bought my walking shoes. *tips, I don't recommend slippers esp. walking in the sand/rocks from Turtle Bay. This a cool historical site, during the attack on Pearl Harbor ( 12.7.41) nearby Kahuku Gold Course served as an emergency landing field for one of twelve B-47's returning from the Philippines. In 1942, the US Army established Kahuku Air Base as an auxillary airfield including multiple runaways, ancillary bunkers and emplacements. In April 1946, following 7.8 magnitude earthquake, a tsunami destroyed most of the shoreline structures in the area and this machine gun pill box is one of the few remnants of the KAAB defensive infrastructure from that time. It was about a 45 min. hike to the bunkers and back, allow about 2 hour time frame, ( 2 miles -round trip) elevation about 500 feet, it was a moderate hike for me. Note, the next day ( after checking out of Turtle Bay) we wanted to check out the hike from the front of pillbox, the entrance is closed with the metal gates, this is why we so many cars are parked in front. I didn't trust parking our cars with our belongings, so we didn't do the hike again. Glad I got to hike it while we had parking staying at Turtle Bay, much safer. All in all, we got to see bunkers and learned about the history, also got to catch the breathtaking views of North Shore coastline. Grateful to be able to experience this moment, don't forget comfortable shoes, water, sun protection, and respect the land! T The secret bunker of North Shore, now you know. I had such a great wonderful experience, I really want to check it out again, during our next time staycation!

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    Turtle Bay Pillbox - Looking at the map to get to pillbox

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    Looking at the map to get to pillbox

    Laie Falls - hiking - Updated May 2026

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