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Distance:
0 Miles / 0 km
Type:
Out-and-Back
Difficulty:
Easy
Time to Hike:
~5 minutes
Features:
Surface Type:
Dirt
Town:
Honokohau, Hawaii
Directions:
21.021979, -156.6234
Added:
February 17, 2023
Updated:
February 24, 2023
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The Punalau Lookout near Honokohau, Hawaii (Maui) is a quick roadside lookout that features views of Maui's northern coastline.

This is not a hike or a walk, but instead requires a couple of steps out of your vehicle to enjoy this nice lookout. From the lookout, visitors get an obstructed view of Punalau Beach alongside Maui's rugged cliffs.

Parking
There's a very small parking turnout at the coordinates provided, large enough to fit no more than 2 vehicles.

Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and cleaned up after.

Warning
Steep cliffs: Watch your step as the terrain near the lookout can be very steep.

Respecting the Land
Hawaiian land is considered sacred to native Hawaiians and many locals, so please stay on-trail, take nothing but photos, and leave nothing but footprints. Respect the locals - don't stay for long and have a backup hike planned in case the parking lot is full.

Explore 40 trails near Honokohau, HI
  1. Parking

    21.021979, -156.6234
  2. Main Trailhead

    21.022069, -156.623497
  3. Punalau Lookout

    21.022159, -156.623599
    Punalau Lookout
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Trail added
February 17, 2023
Hiked on
February 17, 2023
Updated on
February 24, 2023

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