Kapolei, Hawaii
Looking for the best photography in Kapolei? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Kapolei. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Photography Spots in and near Kapolei
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Honolulu, Hawaii
Hike the Moanalua Middle Ridge Trail to the Haiku Stairs Peak
4.011.03 mi / 4849 ft gainThe ‘back way’ to the ever popular and still somewhat illegal Haiku Stairs, the Moanalua Middle Ridge hike brings plenty of beauty and even more challenges than the path down the Haiku Stairs. To get to the trailhead, park outside the Moanalua Valley Park and the trail begins just after the green...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Hike to Lulumahu Falls
4.52.3 mi / 900 ft gainPark off the Old Pali Highway before the lookout in the dirt parking lot. There is an entry along the fence that will go through. The first part of the hike takes you through a bamboo forest. Most of the time it will be muddy, so be prepared to get dirty. This will lead you to an open grassy val...Read more -
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Visit the Byodo-In Temple
4.7Resting at the foot of the Ko'olau Mountains, the Byodo-In Temple was built to commemorate the first Japanese immigrants that came to Hawaii. This beautiful Buddhist temple is a smaller-scale replica of an over 950 year old Buddhist temple in Uji, Japan.The temple grounds host wildlife such as hu...Read more -
Kaneohe, Hawaii
Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden
5.0Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden is on my list of the top ten most beautiful nature places you can drive to. Hoʻomaluhia means "to make a place of peace and tranquility." This breathtaking gem was built in 1982 by the US Army Corps of Engineering to prevent flooding. There’s a lot to do here, you...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Manoa Falls
3.61.59 mi / 600 ft gainLocated in close proximity to Honolulu, the 150-foot Manoa Falls is accessible from the nearest road by a hike of approximately 0.8 miles (one way). The hike passes through a diverse array of ecosystems in Manoa Valley and feels like a true jungle, which makes it a great photo-zone. This valley i...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Hike to Mount Olympus
4.83.4 mi / 2600 ft gainThere are several ways in which you can reach the top of Mt. Olympus, I decided to take the Wa'ahila Ridge trail. This hike nestled in the Manoa Valley takes your breath away with its view of the island as well as its difficulty. Being located in Hawaii there is no need to worry about the right t...Read more -
Waianae, Hawaii
Makua Beach
Getting There: From Honolulu, head west on the H1 and follow signs for Waianae. Continue as the H1 turn into Farrington highway and drive along the coast. On your way to Makua Beach you will pass through Waianae and a couple small towns; depending on your schedule you may stop at a couple beache...Read more -
Waialua, Hawaii
Peacock Flats and Three Corners
10.42 mi / 2270 ft gainParking is pretty straightforward once you are on Farington Highway coming out of Haleiwa. There's a small dirt lot on the east side of the gate and grass parking to the west. Once you go through the first gate and see the Mokuleia Forest Reserve Access Road sign on your right, you'll know you're...Read more -
Kahaluu, Hawaii
Photograph Mokoli‘i from Kualoa Regional Park
4.5Looking for a good photo opportunity while on Oahu? Mokoli‘i is one of the best you can find. Not only is it a scenic and unique view, but you can also have some fun with perspective. Located only 20 miles from Honolulu, hop on H1 W for about 2 miles before turning onto HI-63 N for 7 miles. Then...Read more -
Kapolei, Hawaii
Yokohama (Keawaula Beach)
5.0Getting There: Traveling from Honolulu, follow signs toward Waianae: the H1 turns into Farrington highway (93) as you reach the west side of the island. Continue on Farrington highway until you reach the yellow gate marking the end of the road and Yokohama will greet you. As you drive through t...Read more -
Honolulu, Hawaii
Wiliwilinui Ridge Trail
5.04.5 mi / 1600 ft gainWiliwilinui Ridge Trail is an excellent out-and-back hike with stellar views of the pacific as well as other south shore highlights near Honolulu, on Oahu.Read more -
Kapolei, Hawaii
Hike to Ka'ena Point
4.55 miThe Ke'ana Point Trail winds along the shore of O'ahu from Waianae on the West to Mokuleia on the North. You'll have the chance to see monk seals and multiple species of protected birds.To access this hike from Honolulu drive West on the H1 towards Waianae. Eventually the H1 will become Farringto...Read more -
Kaaawa, Hawaii
Crouching Lion Trail
4.54 mi / 2000 ft gainNOTE: as of April 2021, this trail is closed indefinitely. Please do not attempt to hike on closed trails. This trail is not for the faint of heart or those easily scared of heights. The crouching lion trail is a 4 mile loop with an elevation gain of 2,000 feet. The elevation gains and losses a...Read more -
Haleiwa, Hawaii
Waimea Falls
1.02.18 mi / 240 ft gainThe hike to the Waimea Falls offers both the natural beauty of a tropical rainforest, as well as the unique, in situ opportunity to learn about local history. Although this hike can be crowded, it is definitely worthwhile to see and swim in this amazing Hawaiian waterfall. The approximately mile...Read more -
Haleiwa, Hawaii
Waimea Bay
4.7If you're looking to get away from the summer crowds of Waikiki, you should consider heading to the North Shore, especially in the summer. Although this season is considered the off-season on this side of the island, it simply means the North Shore transforms into a gentle, family-friendly 7-mile...Read more -
Haleiwa, Hawaii
Three Tables
4.6Even though the North Shore of Oahu is known for big waves in the Winter, in the Summer months (northern hemisphere) there can be a ton of great beaches to relax at and spend the day. Three tables is one of those places that can be sometimes overlooked, but well worth the stop if you are headed u...Read more