The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Honolulu County
Honolulu County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20
beautiful natural monuments in Honolulu County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Honolulu County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: October 7, 2025
Measuring in at almost 500 acres, this state monument produces truly mind-blowing views out across the water and over Waikiki. Unless you are a Hawai'i resident with a Hawai'i ID, …
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Koko Head Stairs includes over 1,000 steps before you finally reach the top of Koko Crater. While climbing the stairs of the abandoned railway, you will gain about 880 feet …
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Ka'ena Point is the northwestern tip of O'ahu. This is a nature reserve that is home to rare plants & wildlife including endangered animals.
Seabirds such as albatrosses and marine …
Seabirds such as albatrosses and marine …
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Big black chunks of ocean polished lava line the beach. When stepping from one onto the next I see small chunks of coral between the bigger lava rocks. Black and …
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This tree is supported by the roots. Looks just gigantic.
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Fence enclosing the Bird Sanctuary at Kaena Point to keep predators out. There is an entry gate for hiking through it .
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Tantalus Lookout offers one of the nicest views on the whole island. While relaxing on a comfortable lawn, you can watch the sunset over Honolulu and Diamond Head. A spectacular view, that you won't forget that quickly.
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In the small forest behind Kawela Bay, there is a stunning, large banyan tree known for its impressive expanse of multiple trunks and vines. This remarkable tree has served as …
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Be aware that trekking the Haiku Stairs (Stairway to Heaven) is prohibited, whether you're starting in the valley (potential fine of $600+ and controls are tight) or walking down from the top.
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The Botanical Garden is a beautiful walk at the end of a waterfall. You can swim there too.
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