• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

CommuniKait

A Hawaii Lifestyle Blog + Travel Blog By Kait Hanson

  • Home
  • About Kait
  • Travel
    • Africa
      • South Africa
      • Kenya
      • Morocco
    • Asia
      • Bali
      • Thailand
    • Europe
      • Italy
    • Hawaii
      • Big Island
      • Kauai
      • Lanai
      • Maui
      • Oahu
    • Iceland
    • Oceania
      • Moorea
      • Tahaa
    • USA
    • Travel Tips
  • Food
    • Eat
    • Drink
  • Lifestyle
    • Life
    • Pets
    • Fitness
    • Home
    • Beauty
    • Fashion
  • Work
    • Portfolio
    • Let’s work Together
  • Get In Touch
  • Gift Guides
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

Hiking In Hawaii: Ehukai Pillbox Hike

Hawaii, Oahu, Travel · February 19, 2019 · Leave a Comment

I have had photos sitting in various drives on my desk for so long that the other day I decided to wipe them all clean, open them up and dive into what I had and what was worth keeping. I discovered tons of photos and some of those photos include one of the times we hiked the Ehukai Pillboxes here on Oahu. How have I never blogged about this Hawaii hike before?! ::face palm:: It’s definitely one of our favorite easy hikes in Hawaii, so today I’m sharing all the details for if you want to these North Shore pillboxes or just want a little Hawaiian adventure from your desk 😉

Hiking In Hawaii: Ehukai Pillbox Hike- Oahu Hikes - Easy Oahu Hikes - Oahu Hikes For Families - North Shore Pillboxes - Ehukai Pillbox Hikes - North Shore Oahu Hikes - Quick Oahu Hikes - Beautiful Hawaii Hikes - #hawaii #oahu #travelblog

Hiking In Hawaii: Ehukai Pillbox Hike

The Ehukai Pillbox Hike is one of the easy Oahu hikes (in my opinion). It’s a short sprint to the top and you’re rewarded with beautiful views of the North Shore, famed Sunset Beach and waves from above. It’s also neat to see the old pillboxes from World War II up there and makes for a fun photo op 😉

Oahu Hikes

To start, park at the Sunset Beach Public Parking and look for the trailhead marker. It should be clear and you’ll see other people walking into a forest path – that’s it! To note: If you park at Sunset Beach Elementary you will likely be fined, ticketed/towed or worse – locked in. Don’t let the weekend farmer’s market fool you – they lock that gate in the afternoon! Consider this your fair warning.

Hiking In Hawaii: Ehukai Pillbox Hike- Oahu Hikes - Easy Oahu Hikes - Oahu Hikes For Families - North Shore Pillboxes - Ehukai Pillbox Hikes - North Shore Oahu Hikes - Quick Oahu Hikes - Beautiful Hawaii Hikes - #hawaii #oahu #travelblog

Best Hikes On Oahu

The trail is 1.5 miles roundtrip, but it might seem longer during that uphill trek. Keep going! It’s worth it, I promise! Once you get toward the top, you’ll walk through what appears to be a forest before breaking through to panoramic ocean views.

Hiking In Hawaii: Ehukai Pillbox Hike- Oahu Hikes - Easy Oahu Hikes - Oahu Hikes For Families - North Shore Pillboxes - Ehukai Pillbox Hikes - North Shore Oahu Hikes - Quick Oahu Hikes - Beautiful Hawaii Hikes - #hawaii #oahu #travelblog

Oahu Hiking Trails

The first pillbox you reach will offer amazing views and it’s easy to spot at the end of the clearing. Be sure to stop and snap some photos before continuing down the hill to the second pillbox. Honestly, I could sit up there and watch waves all day. It’s so peaceful, particularly if it’s not crowded.

Hiking In Hawaii: Ehukai Pillbox Hike- Oahu Hikes - Easy Oahu Hikes - Oahu Hikes For Families - North Shore Pillboxes - Ehukai Pillbox Hikes - North Shore Oahu Hikes - Quick Oahu Hikes - Beautiful Hawaii Hikes - #hawaii #oahu #travelblog

Ehukai Pillbox Hike

The hike is out-and-back, so to get back to your car, just walk down the way you came. While shaded in parts, this hike can get incredibly hot, so be sure to pack sunscreen and some water. Have fun!

If you liked this post, you might also enjoy 6 Easy Hikes On Oahu or 10 Beautiful Hikes On Oahu

Related Posts

  • Hawaii horizon line at sunsetRainy Oahu Sunset
  • Aerial beach photograph of Waimanalo Beach - White sand with turquoise oceanHawaii Photo Diary: Waimanalo Beach
  • Cocktail garnished with a lime wedge sitting on a menuFoodland Hawaii Kahala MKT + Et Al
Previous Post: « 5 On Friday
Next Post: Swedish Paloma Grapefruit Cocktail »

Primary Sidebar

Kait Hanson, author of Communikait, a travel blog & Hawaiian lifestyle blog
Let's get this party started

I'm Kait, the creative behind Communikait, a travel blog & Hawaiian lifestyle blog packed with loads of color and designed to inspire you to live your very best life. Whether you've come for recipes, travel ideas, photos of Hawaii or to simply say hello - I'm glad you're here!

Hawaii Travel Blog & Lifestyle Blog

Subscribe to Blog via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to Communikait + receive notifications of new posts by email!

Join 106 other subscribers


THE FINE PRINT

Posts may contain affiliate links to help support my blogging activities. Cost will be the same to you, but I receive a small compensation. For more information, view my Privacy Policy. Thank you in advance for your support!

 

Hawaii Travel Blog & Lifestyle Blog

 

CommuniKait © 2021 · BRANDING BY HARPER MAVEN DESIGN · Website by 259 West