<strong>North Shore views: </strong>The Ehukai Pillbox Hike features concrete former military lookouts -- "pillboxes" -- that offer stunning views from Oahu's North Shore.
North Shore views: The Ehukai Pillbox Hike features concrete former military lookouts -- "pillboxes" -- that offer stunning views from Oahu's North Shore.
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<strong>Surf breaks:</strong> Ehukai Beach on Oahu's North Shore is home to the Banzai Pipeline, one of the best-known surf spots in the world.
Surf breaks: Ehukai Beach on Oahu's North Shore is home to the Banzai Pipeline, one of the best-known surf spots in the world.
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<strong>A beautiful reward: </strong> A brief but steep trail downhill leads to Secret Beach (Kauapea) in Kauai.
A beautiful reward: A brief but steep trail downhill leads to Secret Beach (Kauapea) in Kauai.
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<strong>Secret Beach: </strong>The name's a bit misleading, as you'll likely see cars in its small parking lot, but at Kaupea you'll still have plenty of space to yourself.
Secret Beach: The name's a bit misleading, as you'll likely see cars in its small parking lot, but at Kaupea you'll still have plenty of space to yourself.
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<strong>Wild landscape: </strong>Waimea Canyon on Kauai is referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.
Wild landscape: Waimea Canyon on Kauai is referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.
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<strong>Waterfalls and all: </strong>The spectacular canyon is home to Upper Waipoo Falls, a top spot for a refreshing rest.
Waterfalls and all: The spectacular canyon is home to Upper Waipoo Falls, a top spot for a refreshing rest.
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<strong>Sea turtles: </strong>Beautiful endangered green sea turtles are a top draw on Punalu'u black sand beach in Hawaii.
Sea turtles: Beautiful endangered green sea turtles are a top draw on Punalu'u black sand beach in Hawaii.
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<strong>Black sand and surf: </strong>The charcoal-hued beach boasts plenty of vivid scenery. Cross the beach to find a section of the 175-mile Ala Kahakai Trail.
Black sand and surf: The charcoal-hued beach boasts plenty of vivid scenery. Cross the beach to find a section of the 175-mile Ala Kahakai Trail.
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