You are probably wondering what a pillbox is. Lanikai is also known for it’s beautiful turquoise blue waters. The larger island (left in the above photo) is Moku Nui and the smaller one is Moku Iki. Lanikai Pillbox trail (also known as Kaiwa Ridge hiking trail) is well-known for its gorgeous views of “The Mokes” or the “Twin Islands” off the coast of Kailua. Hiking Lanikai Pillbox Trail Quick Facts: It may be a little hard to find depending on the overgrowth and time of year. Trailhead will be towards the left side of the Lower Makua Cave. Parking will be on the oceanside of the road or on the side of the road. You will see a sign saying Makua Caves (also known as Kaneana Caves). Location: West side coastline heading towards Kaena Point. Pro Tip: Make friends with the locals and you may be lucky enough to find the hidden mermaid cave that's not too far from here. It is a hike that you will always remember. The trail itself is not long, just slightly time consuming in some areas where climbing is a must. Try not to look down though, you don’t want to miss the amazing view straight ahead of you.Īs you continue on the trail you will make your way alonog the curvature and to the cave. The trail is literally straight uphill on one side and a straight drop on the other side. Once you are through that section you will find yourself hiking along a very narrow trail. The trail is rugged with some sections where you climb holding onto a rope. There is a lower cave before the start of the trail that you can explore before eventually continuing on the main trail that heads to the upper Makau Cave. Your journey starts almost immediately after leaving the parking area. The views are spectacular the entire time and only get better the higher you hike. This is one of the best hikes on Oahu, and I immediately fell in love with it! I first did this hike with my cousin and we had a lot of fun doing it. Challenges: Steep with a rugged path, loose rocks, some areas may be slightly overgrown.
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