Viewpoints and Peaks

This collection features prominent vantage points across the Hawaiian Islands, from the 4,000-foot cliffs of Kauai’s Kalalau Lookout to the historic Kalaupapa overlook on Molokai. The list includes high-altitude peaks like Ni'ani'au, geological formations on the remote island of Nihoa, and coastal vistas near Ka Lae, the southernmost point of the United States. These sites offer specific perspectives on Hawaii’s volcanic topography, ranging from lush valleys to arid high-altitude plateaus.

Kalalau Lookout

A scenic drive will bring you to the most breath-taking lookout in Kauai. This scenery cannot be missed out!

Kahala Lookout

Located on the southern slopes of Diamond Head, this vantage point offers views of the Kahala coastline and the Pacific Ocean.

Ni'ani'au

A cinder cone peak situated within Koke'e State Park on Kauai, reaching an elevation of approximately 4,600 feet.

Scenic View

A coastal vantage point near Ka Lae on the Big Island, overlooking the rugged volcanic cliffs of the southernmost point in the United States.

Lookout

Situated along the high-altitude plateau between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, providing views of the interior volcanic landscape.

Kaulaupapa Lookout

Located in Pala'au State Park on Molokai, this site overlooks the historic Kalaupapa Peninsula and its 2,000-foot sea cliffs.

Satellite Ground Station

A satellite tracking facility located at South Point on the Big Island, part of a global network for orbital communications.

Lookout Platform

A remote vantage point on the uninhabited island of Nihoa, which is part of the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.

Devil's slide

A steep, dramatic rock face and cliff formation located on the northern side of the volcanic island of Nihoa.

Mount Kaula

The highest point on Kaʻula Island, a small, crescent-shaped tuff cone islet located southwest of Niʻihau.