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"This is an epic but very dangerous hike. Do not attempt this if you are not athletic, please wear GOOD shoes, and please check the weather and wind before hiking!
1 -mile out-and-back trail near Kaneohe! Its a great short hike, but do not let the length fool you- it is challenging! Though the route is short, the conditions can be windy, extreme, and muddy. The trail that follows a cliff (pali) face up to two notches that supposedly were utilized by King Kamehameha to hold cannons, and to serve as a lookout post.
Not a good hike for kids or pets! This is a risky hike with rock scrambling and people have fallen and been seriously injured in the past. Use good judgement. You have to walk right next to the drop and it's very windy, and you will have to crawl in some parts. Right by the Puka (hole) can be super windy too.
Getting here:
Turn off of the Pali Highway onto the Pali Lookout road. Park and pay and then the trail head will be off on the right hand side of the Pali Lookout. Different paths that look somewhat well travelled, but as long as you come out by the power line on the ridge you know you're in the right spot. "
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