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The Pillbox Hike, also known as the Kaiwa Ridge Trail<\/a>, is one of the most picturesque and rewarding hikes in Oahu, Hawaii. This intermediate hike rises just above the beautiful Lanikai Beach, providing hikers with some of the best vistas of Oahu\u2019s windward side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quick Stats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Distance: 1 mile (1.6 km) roundtrip<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Elevation Gain: 450 feet (140 m)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Duration: 45 \u2013 60 mins roundtrip<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Difficulty: Easy \/ Moderate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
What To Expect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Pillbox Hike in Hawaii takes you on a dirt path up the Kaiwa ridge until you reach some old World War II-era concrete bunkers with panoramic views. The trail is very popular and busy, even at sunrise. There\u2019s also very little shade, so a hat and sunscreen can be helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The dirt trail has lots of sand and loose rocks that can be slippery, especially on the way down. This can get muddy after a big rain, so you\u2019ll want to keep an eye on weather conditions before you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the top of the ridge, there are amazing 360-degree views of windward Oahu<\/a>. To the east, you can see Lanikai Beach and the little Mokulua islands (the \u2018Mokes\u2019), while to the west you can see the Ko\u2019olau mountains and parts of Kailua!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Get To The Pillbox Hike<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The trailhead for the Pillbox Hike starts in an upper-class residential neighborhood in Lanikai (a community in Kailua). It\u2019s located on a dead-end road by a private drive, across the street from the Mid-Pacific Country Club<\/a>, which is a scenic golf course in Lanikai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Parking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s no dedicated parking lot for the Pillbox Hike, and it\u2019s located in a residential area, so finding parking can be a bit tricky. It\u2019s generally best to park somewhere in Kailua and go to the trail by walking or taking TheBus, although this does add a bit of time and the nearest bus stop is still a 5-10 minutes\u2019 walk from the trailhead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Safety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s plenty of room on this trail for kids, but make sure to steer clear of the edges because the drop-offs are pretty significant later in the hike. Hiking shoes are a much better option if you have them. There have been a few cases of people hurting their ankles on this hike and calling in an airlift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Quick Stats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\nDistance: 1 mile (1.6 km) roundtrip<\/li>\n\n\n\nElevation Gain: 450 feet (140 m)<\/li>\n\n\n\nDuration: 45 \u2013 60 mins roundtrip<\/li>\n\n\n\n