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Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail

Free to visitEast side

Directions

A paved path climbs to a lookout over the red-roofed lighthouse, Makapuʻu Beach and the islets off Waimānalo. Whales pass in winter.

Time there
1½–2 hours
Best time
Sunrise or early morning
Cost
Free
Good to know
No shade and no water on the trail. The lighthouse itself is closed; the view is from the platform.

Filmed here

  • 50 First Dates (2004)

    Henry and Lucy share one of their many “first” kisses at the lookout, in the montage.

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