Makapu‘u Point

After spending about 10 days unpacking our house, we had to get out of the house. We were beyond tired of being trapped behind the walls of a building. Since Cody's birthday was Monday and we knew we wouldn't be able to do anything since he'd be working, we decided to spend our weekend celebrating. What better way than to go on a beautiful hike?

We decided to do the Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail, after being recommended the trail by a neighbor. It's a 2-mile hike, round trip. The path is paved all the way up. I would definitely say this is a good beginner hike.

On the drive there, we stopped at a couple of places to enjoy the view.

I mean, look at that water! 

Along the way, there were little overlooks where you could stop to rest if you needed to. You could see over the crystal blue water. At each overlook, they had boards with information about the area that you could read. At one overlook, you learned about the other islands that you could see. At another, you learned about the whales that mate in the nearby waters. At the final overlook before reaching the top, you learn about the history of the Makapu'u Point Lighthouse. You're even able to see the lighthouse itself, poised on the cliff-side.

There are places where people go climb down the slopes and into the tidepool areas. They have signs warning you not to do it because it's dangerous. Please, if you do this hike, respect nature. Stay on the trail and you'll see just as much beauty. It's not worth the danger you could face.

Anyways, when we finally reached the top, the view was breathtaking.

 The water was so blue. When you climb the few steps to the very top, you overlook the lighthouse. It's probably the smallest lighthouse I've ever seen. But it was oh so beautiful.

I definitely recommend bringing water with you. There is no drinking water available on the trail and it gets hot hiking to the top. If you bring anything that produces trash, please take it with you.