Uploaded December 2019 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
700 feet above the world-famous Bonzai Pipeline waves, you'll witness the most beautiful sunsets Oahu has to offer! This brisk trek up the Paumalu Range is 45 minutes from Honolulu without traffic. Park at Sunset Beach Elementary school and look for the orange trailhead sign. The half-mile to the top is covered by shade trees and filled with unique foliage. Kids and dogs can definitely do this hike , as there are rope hand rails and solid steps; but, it DEFINITELY gets muddy after ANY rain. Plan accordingly! The first pillbox is just 30 minutes into the hike and offers spectacular views of the Pacific. Find your way five minutes north to the second pillbox for the truly awesome sunset view. Many people have trouble finding this one; but look for some marked trees and a single parking sign covered in stickers to know you're on the right track. Continue on the surrounding trails for a 2-mile loop and more unique plants you truly can't find anywhere else!
700 feet above the world-famous Bonzai Pipeline waves, you'll witness the most beautiful sunsets Oahu has to offer! This brisk trek up the Paumalu Range is 45 minutes from Honolulu without traffic. Park at Sunset Beach Elementary school and look for the orange trailhead sign. The half-mile to the top is covered by shade trees and filled with unique foliage. Kids and dogs can definitely do this hike , as there are rope hand rails and solid steps; but, it DEFINITELY gets muddy after ANY rain. Plan accordingly! The first pillbox is just 30 minutes into the hike and offers spectacular views of the Pacific. Find your way five minutes north to the second pillbox for the truly awesome sunset view. Many people have trouble finding this one; but look for some marked trees and a single parking sign covered in stickers to know you're on the right track. Continue on the surrounding trails for a 2-mile loop and more unique plants you truly can't find anywhere else!
