Cliffs at the Pali Lookout Here's a view within everyone's reach (that visits Oahu) and that's the cliffs at the famous Pali Lookout. This is a must-visit stop that will reward you of both dramatic views and a very important historic location. Pali Cliffs by 66277514@N00 is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0. Image may
Flowing, molten lava at night There's something very primal about a lava flow and you end up gazing at it much like a sunset. The red glow is unlike anything you've ever seen. Here's a close-up view you'll probably never see in person. Enjoy! Untitled by 57845051@N00 is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. Image
Sunset and Crashing Waves What is it about sunsets that attracts a crowd of people to just sit and stare at the setting sun? Whatever it is, you can feel yourself wanting to do the same with this classic Hawaiian combination of ocean, sunset, crashing waves, and a rocky coastline. Enjoy! unrest by paul
Hiker's paradise: Kauai's Napali Coast This view is shared by only a handful lucky hikers and it's Kauai's Napali Coastline. This is a somewhat uncommon view - it's not as dramatic of others (that I will be publishing!) but I like it because it's exactly what it looks like if you hike this far. Definitely
The jungle waterfall you find on hikes across Hawaii While there's nothing particularly dramatic about this waterfall, I chose it because it's the kind of "everyday waterfall" you'll find on hikes throughout Hawaii. It also "comes with pool" that of course is the perfect refreshing cool-down after a hot hike. Waterfall by Ben Zibble
An other-worldly picture of "Pele's Well" I don't know if this place is officially called Pele's Well, but it might as well have. It's almost like an oil painting and to me it has this other-worldly appearance An incredible well located on the coast of Kailua, Hawaii at sunset. PelesWell by 26053838@N00 is licensed
Lava glow on the Big Island This is the kind of photo that grabs your attention and doesn't let go. While it's visually simple, the combination of colors and uniformity broken up by a silhouette of the tree in the foreground makes this a keeper. Tree, Volcano by 39096598@N06 is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND
Big Island beach with giant surf This photo is as if you can put your hand through it and touch the beach. We're looking at an "huge" day of surf as you can see a wave crashing into the cliff probably over 100 feet high. Enjoy! 13.01.29_27 by Rose Braverman is licensed under CC
The most breathtaking view on Oahu: The Pali Lookout Whenever I have first-time friends and family visiting, this is our first stop and though I've seen this view countless times since the mid-80s, I'm just as awe-inspired today as I was from the first time I saw it. Pali Panorama by Scott Smithson
Akaka Falls, a short drive from Hilo The windward sides of the islands are packed with lush greenery and abundant waterfalls. Akaka falls on the Big Island is a can't-miss sight that's easy to get to. Today, you can put it on your desktop! Akaka Falls (2) by Kristina D.C. Hoeppner is licensed under
A gem of a beach on Maui - Big Beach What the locals call "Big Beach" at Makena holds a very special place in my heart - it was the very first Hawaiian beach I ever stepped into and it changed my life forever after. This specific shot is on a "big day" where the
Stare and this long enough and you'll feel the warmth of the Hawaiian Sunset This was taken from Ala Moana Beach park, a popular centrally located beach on Oahu just a few minutes from Waikiki. It's the kind of photo that, if you look at it long enough, will transport you there. Try it and
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