The Pali Lookout boasts beautiful views of dramatic cliffs and a wind-tossed ocean. It is a historical place where King Kamehameha's troops fought to unit the Hawaiian islands. Take the Pali Highway to get to the Pali Lookout. There is a parking area and a short paved trail up to the lookout (5 minute walk). Usually a vendor or two... more

The lookout is located on the Eastern side of the island. We passed it often since we stayed in Kailua. We actually stoped there right after we picked up the car rental from the airport before we checked into our rental cottage. All I can stay is that it was a wonderful way to begin our vacation/honeymoon. The views were... more

If you are visiting O'ahu, and are renting a car, this a place you must stop. It's free, unforgettably beautiful, and so easy to get to from Honolulu (and Waikiki). From H-1 take Highway 61 (which is the Pali Highway) toward Kailua, drive down 61 for a little while, and the Pali Lookout is on your right. Don't drive too... more

just would like to say i agree about the disturtion on pali too i visit this lookout each year and this year i got to take my grandson that lives on the island and has never been there but as he was only 5 at this time he was more interested in the food and drinks than the view which... more

If you want to get a glimpse of natural beauty without having to hike 99 steps or go through the rainforest, this place is beautiful. We took a tour with oahu nature tours. We did #2, discovering honolulu's hidden waterfalls adventure. Our guide nohea, was very knowledgeable. We even ate guava off the tree! It's very bitter! When you first... more

Dissapointed in how the Pali lookout now has a commercial food vehicle that runs a very LOUD generator constantly, completely destroying the peace and quiet of the Pali lookout. There's also a major honeybee swarm problem out there (no doubt due to the food service vehicle) which made us forgo continuing to the actual lookout area. I've been coming to... more