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Lāʻie Point State Wayside

Tourist attraction Park State park

One of the Best Places To Visits in Honolulu County


Address

End of Naupaka Street, HI-83, Laie, HI 96762, United States

Contact

+1 808-587-0300

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (2.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7 am to 6:30 pm
  • Friday: 7 am to 6:30 pm
  • Saturday: 7 am to 6:30 pm
  • Sunday: 7 am to 6:30 pm
  • Monday: 7 am to 6:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 7 am to 6:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 7 am to 6:30 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: rock (12) parking (10) spot (10) Parking (9) beautiful (8) view (8) limited (7) road (7) walk (7) find (7)
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  • 4/5 Richard G. 2 years ago on Google
    Jutting eastward into the pacific blue, this rugged stretch of land is reached best by foot as vehicle parking is limited at best. There is a shopping center at the origin of the road that takes you to the point. A family of fishers were there the first time we went out. The walk onto the point was coarse so proper footwear is a must. Sneakers. No sandals or flipflops if you want sure footing and you do want sure footing. Watching the surf break and looking onto the stoney outcroppings makes for a worthwhile visit. Take care walking along the roadway to and from. Most motorists were very cordial to those of us on foot. Parking was the chief shortcoming to this beautiful spot. 15-30 minutes is what most visitors spend here.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ric L. 5 months ago on Google • 456 reviews
    Lāʻie Point State Wayside is a must stop and see point of interest in a beautiful setting on Oahu. A short drive off the main highway takes about 5 minutes to get to the Lāʻie Point State Wayside. Once at the Lāʻie Point State Wayside, park and take a short walk around, and you will see some of the most beautiful, pristine, and interesting ocean views and rock formations. Do yourself a favor and check out Lāʻie Point State Wayside; you will not be disappointed! If you find my review helpful, please click the thumbs-up 👍icon! Thank you!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cheryl K. 3 months ago on Google • 751 reviews New
    Beautiful lookout. No beach access. Very little parking on residential street. Maybe 6 places? But people don't stay for long.

  • 5/5 Pramod K. 2 years ago on Google
    It was one of those unexpected gems of Oahu. Nice spots for fishing, clif jumping or just sit and relax and enjoy the ocean and waves. Very much family friendly. Probably a good spot to watch sunrise as well. If you bring binoculars, you could watch different birds on crocodile rock.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dusty M. 3 months ago on Google • 534 reviews New
    We stopped here for photos after church. Made the perfect ending of our adventure out. Then on Saturday January 20 2024 my husband took me back here to watch the sunrise. After the sun was fully risen the whales started breaching the little one completely the big one only surfaced a little. It was amazing to see and I'm truly blessed and thankful God woke me up to witness his amazing creations and artwork in the sky.

  • 5/5 Rachael K. 1 year ago on Google
    This was a beautiful spot to find and take pictures at! Parking is scarce & a little difficult since it's just a small look-out point but it was worth stopping at. There are areas that you can get splashed or sea-misted and areas you can Sea the little tide pools. I definitely recommend wearing a hiking shoe or grippy water shoe as the rock you walk on is very rough. The little rock island you can see past the point is a cool sight as well!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hudson H. 4 months ago on Google • 311 reviews
    If you are passing by the North Shore this point is definitely worth seeing. This are gives an incredible view of the surrounding shoreline and beaches. There is also a cave here to check out and some awesome cliff jumping. Parking can be difficult here. There are limited spaces but I believe you are also able to park along the road.

  • 5/5 Debbie L. 3 months ago on Google • 259 reviews New
    This isn't a magnificent national or state park, but for no cost and the convenience of access, (no hiking required) it's a must see if you happen to be on the north shore of Oahu. There's a very nice sea arch, which, if on another island you'd have to drive miles to get to. The waves crashing on the rocks is just a beautiful and exciting sight to watch.

  • 5/5 Tracy A. 2 years ago on Google
    Great stop for an impressive view of a long rock island with a natural bridge almost dead center. It is hard twisted lava, and the surf hits hard and billows high. The view is also great back toward the Pali. Not much parking and what is there is kind of rough.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Javier G. 1 year ago on Google
    Almost off road place with a great view. There's a plaque with some lore on what the islands around are. On a good day/time of year you might spot some whales in the distance if you're lucky. I heard someone yell after spotting one while I was there but I couldn't see anything. Very limited parking if you're going so take into consideration.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nicki H. 1 year ago on Google
    I drove all around Oahu but this was my favorite stop. Its a really dramatic seascape that surrounds you. Huge waves crash against the cliffs, and through a unique window rock. Mountains off in another distance. It's in a subdivision so limited parking, but worth a visit to contemplate the power of Mother Nature.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kaviya A. 8 months ago on Google
    We wanted to see the sunrise at North shore. The laie and other state beach park will be closed around early morning. This spot behind the residential area is incredibly gorgeous as such. ❤️ Parking spot is limited. Though it was cloudy that day, we werent able to see proper sunrise but the view is incredible. Glad we decides to stop by. Need to be cautious if you plan to walk around the cliff area with kids. Be responsible when you walk around here. Beautiful view.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John B. 10 months ago on Google
    Nice views of the ocean and rock features. Clear water view. You can take some great pano shots with mountains and ocean in the background. Can get windy. There are no services here, and it's located at the end of a neighborhood street. Parking is limited and tight.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alisa T. 2 months ago on Google • 207 reviews New
    Gorgeous. I don't know how people find this place, but it's a hidden gem. All it is is a natural hole in a rock formation, but it's very picturesque. If you can find it, I would recommend it. There are only about 8 parking spaces, but most people are only there a few minutes to take pics then leave.

  • 5/5 Heather L. 3 months ago on Google • 180 reviews New
    Very beautiful location! There was a scene from Forgetting Sarah Marshall filmed here. Parking lot is small, you may have to park down the street in the residential area.

  • 5/5 Tony C. 7 months ago on Google • 168 reviews
    Beautiful lookout, not recommended for jumping this is a relentless and strong current at certain times of the day. Unless you are an advanced swimmer and have correct footwear would not recommend, ensure you have someone watching if you are thinking of jumping. Current is susceptible of slamming you onto rocks injuries are bound to happen if not careful.

  • 5/5 Justin R. 2 months ago on Google • 93 reviews New
    Super cool lava flow out to the breakers. The ocean Arch is pretty awesome to see as well!

  • 5/5 Nicole V. 10 months ago on Google
    If you're making a loop around the island or have some free time while visitors the North Shore, make a pitstop here to enjoy the amazing views & interesting rock formations. I even got a little wet in when I took that picture in the splash zone. Would be a fun place to picnic. It's at the end of a dead-end street and parking is very limited. Went in the afternoon and there were not many cars, so I parked right at the end of the road. Spent about 30 minutes here taking in the views and reading the markers.

  • 5/5 Robert N. 9 months ago on Google
    GORGEOUS place!!!!! The water is crisp and blue. Don't go barefoot. Volcanic rock can be sharp. Beautiful for photos or just relaxing and enjoying nature.

  • 5/5 Minsu P. 6 months ago on Google
    Such a little gem in the middle of east road. It's super windy and the wave is usually big. You might get wet if you go too close. Parking is pretty small so if you are unlucky you might struggle a bit to find parking spot.

  • 5/5 Paul L. 1 year ago on Google
    Picturesque spot that overlooks a large wave crashed rock with a house sized hole in it. On good days the waves break through the hole. On bad days it's only just beautiful. Parking area along road can be tough and watch for drop offs. Keep a close watch on children, sharp rocks and sheer cliffs

  • 5/5 Cody M. 8 months ago on Google • 52 reviews
    Great viewing spot. Not great parking but we'll worth it if you can find a spot. Just off the main road but your photo album will thank you

  • 4/5 Mike K. 8 months ago on Google
    Nice picturesque ocean front wayside stop. Parking can get tricky, especially on the weekends. Nice expansive views of the Oahu coastline. A good interpretive area that gives visitors insights to the legends and culture of the area. Worth the detour off the main highway.

  • 5/5 Ruby M. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome views. The helicopter rides fly by here. You can see the big waves coming in. You can walk pretty far on the rocks. Also has some parking spots.

  • 5/5 Sandra S. 1 year ago on Google
    I stop here in every visit. Absolutely beautiful. Saw sea turtle today, always a happy sight.

  • 5/5 Dan K. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to walk out and just enjoy. Rocks are sharp in areas, so recommend shoes, not bare feet. Interesting rock formations. Not super crowded, so makes for a nice To sit and enjoy.

  • 5/5 John B. 1 year ago on Google
    We listened to an audio tour guide who said to turn into this residential neighborhood. At first it had some concerns but I followed directions and was pleased to find this wonderful view. All I could do was imagine living there and watching the sunsets every night... Enjoyed the time I had


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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