Makapuʻu Lighthouse Trail

Ka Iwi coast

Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail

A paved former service road that climbs to a lookout above Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse. The lighthouse itself is closed.

Sun openMon openTue openWed openThu openFri openSat open
HoursDaily 7am–6:45pm (winter hours)
PriceFree. No entrance fee.
BookingNo reservation system.
Time to allow2 miles round trip, about 500 ft of climb
Getting thereTheBus 23 ends at Sea Life Park near the trail; check the walk to the trailhead on a map.Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Ka Iwi State Scenic Shoreline
Before you goNo water or restrooms. Whale season runs November to May.

Read off the official page on 12 October 2026. Hours and prices change, and holiday closures are not listed here: the official page wins. How we verify

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