Location: Laie
What to do and see in Laie, Hawaii (HI): The Best Nature & Parks
Laie is a census-designated place (CDP) located in the Koolauloa District on the island of Oahu in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States. In Hawaiian, lāʻie means "ʻie leaf" (ʻieʻie is a climbing screwpine: Freycinetia arborea). The population was 6,138 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Laie
1. Laie Point State Wayside Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 326 reviews
Reviewed By RobertB818 - Saint Louis, United States
We had passed this place over last year, but glad we stopped. It was a windy day and the ocean was churning, but we were mesmerized by the beauty of Laie Point. It is literally at the end of a small subdivision, decent parking. Get out of the car and walk around the point - beautiful scenery on either side - wave crashing into the rock formation, stunning shades of blue in the ocean...take your camera!
2. Malaekahana State Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By 817wilmab
The beach is literally golden. It is a long beach, no lifeguard with limited use (it would seem). This side of the island has more waves, so to speak. A great place to learn to surf. Boogie boarding along the shore line was great. Parasailing is available nearby. The days we were here featured at least a dozen people from sun up to sundown surfing. The breeze coming off of the ocean makes it a great place to fly a kite. It is a great place to spend a few hours, the whole day or spend the night utilizing Malaekahana Beach Campground located on the same beach. This is what we did. The water, beach, waves, limited use and feeling of seclusion really made it a great place to spend the day.
3. Laie Hawaii Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 355 reviews
Reviewed By lorRenzo-77
We loved our virtual tour and learned so much about the Temple, the grounds, and the history. We also enjoyed the model of the Temple including the architecture of this beautiful edifice. Sister Brown and Sister Morris were excellent tour guides and we loved their testimonies of the Gospel.
4. Laie Falls Trail
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By petao2015
This tops the 4 hikes we've done across the islands. A proper hike! Permit easily got from Hawaii reserves Inc at laie shops. At a decent pace, but slowing for the final muddy section, took 1.5hrs to reach the falls. Hiking shoes made it easy going, it gets very muddy for last mile. A guy passed going down wearing toe shoes- seemed a good alternative. Loved the varied landscapes and ecosystems the trail passes, and the view back to the ocean before you descend to the falls. About 1 hr 10 to get down. So peaceful at falls, up in clouds. Stunning.
5. Hukilau Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By CLC48 - Salt Lake City, United States
We love this spot! There is some parking, but it’s limited. The water can be a bit rough particularly on a windy day. Still, it’s a gorgeous view and the beach parking is right off the road. Very accessible. The beach itself is a short distance away around a few grassy dunes. The beach is perhaps a quarter mile from the La’ie shopping plaza—a strip mall with a good Foodland grocery store and some food shops.
6. Ma'akua Ridge Trail
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By rkoehl - West Chester, United States
We were planning on hiking Diamond Head but found this trail closer to where we were staying and it was well worth the find! The views from the top are amazing! You have to park in front of the Hawaii transportation department or by the ocean at the bottom of the road and walk about a half mile up to where the road is closed off by a gate. Make sure not to keep any valuables in your car as this is a higher crime area (although we had no issues the 5 days we were in the area). Go past the gate and walk up the paved road, you first pass the Hauula Loop Trail and past the amazing graffiti wall is the entrance on the left. The trail is about 4 miles long and moderate in intensity. The path is marked fairly well with pink ribbons. You do have to climb over rocks, roots and stream beds. Some of the step ups and downs can be a little steep. It was dry the day we went but if the ground is wet or it starts to rain could see that things would get slippery. Majority is under cover so while warm, there is a good breeze and no blazing sun. Make sure to wear bug spray! We were definitely glad we didn't make the drive to Diamond Head to hike in the sun with tons of other people. Would not recommend with young children.
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