Cliff Jumping at Waimea Bay
Looking for a bit of adventure? Why not try cliff jumping at Waimea Bay on the North Shore? In the summer, Waimea Bay offers the perfect location for beginner jumpers and seasoned veterans to experience a rush of adrenaline. The ocean rock (also known as “Da Big Rock” amongst locals) many jump off of is approximately 30 ft. (10 m) high. That, along with the crystal blue, calm waters and fine sand make this location a favorite amongst many locals and visitors. Start climbing the rocks near the shore. The rocks can be slippery and jagged in some locations, so be careful and take your time when climbing. Also, unless…
Lanikai Beach
Located on the Windward side of Oahu, Lanikai Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. The crystal blue water and the extremely fine sand make it the perfect beach to catch some sun and relax. It is also the perfect location to catch the sunrise. Although the beach is only a half-mile long, many visitors and locals gather here to enjoy the scenery and atmosphere. The two islands offshore are called the Na Mokulua (or “Mokes” for short). Moku Iki is the smaller island to the south and Moku Nui is the larger island. However, both islands are apart of the state seabird sanctuary. On a…
Off the Beaten Path: Makapu’u Tide Pools
A little known spot on the southeast coast of Oahu is the Makapu’u tide pools. It is one of the most beautiful spots only about 30 minutes down from the main Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail. The trail can be done in slippers, but I would highly recommend shoes, as there are some loose terrain. Check out the guide to the Lighthouse Trail here. About 2/3 of the way up the main Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail, you will see a sign for whale watching. This is where you start climbing down. The trail looks more steep than it is. The trail down is a series of switchbacks and arrows that you can follow…
