This Is The Single Coolest Place You Can Visit In Hawaii

The Hawaiian Islands are home to countless incredible jaw-dropping landscapes, natural wonders, and surreal spots just waiting to be explored, including the magnificent Hawaii China Walls. With approximately 750 miles of coastline, one might be surprised to learn that Hawaii is fourth in terms of states with the longest coastlines – behind Alaska, Florida, and California. But what we lack in terms of coastal miles, we more than make up for with a plethora of stunning, secret spots along the coast. This spot, nestled along Oahu’s southeastern shore, just might be one of the coolest places you can possibly go in Hawaii.

Oahu’s southeastern shore is a treasure trove of incredible spots you won’t find anywhere else in the world, and while every inch of this coastline is spectacular, it is the destination known as Hawaii China Walls that stands out in a crowd.

If it weren’t for landmarks like this, it might be easy to forget that Oahu, one of the unique places in Hawaii, is a volcanic island.

Unlike Hawaii Island, where you’ll find active volcanoes and plenty of recent lava flows, Oahu has been overgrown with plant life and people in the years since its volcanoes were active.

Contrasted with the brilliant blue of the Pacific Ocean and pure white splashes of waves crashing onto the shore, the greenish hue of the lava rock found here is absolutely breathtaking.

(Fun fact: the greenish hue is caused by the presence of a semi-precious mineral called Olivine, which you will find in abundance at Hawaii Island’s Papakolea Green Sand Beach.)

At first glance, Oahu China Walls looks as though it is just a simple sea cliff nestled behind a neighborhood in Hawaii Kai, but it is oh, so much more than that.

Whether you’re interested in geology, taking gorgeous photographs, or watersports, you’re sure to love China Walls.

This is a popular cliff jumping spot, and many people enjoy bodyboarding, surfing, and snorkeling in the ocean off the coast, as some of the fun things to do in Hawaii.

Just note that if you choose to jump in the water here, you should be a skilled and observant swimmer. Do not hop in the water unless you're 100 percent comfortable in this potentially dangerous environment.

You’ve never seen anything quite like this coastal wonder before, and you’ll definitely want to bring your camera.

Did we mention that the sunsets witnessed from this peaceful location are truly second to none? Some say it’s the best sunset viewing spot on the island, and with photographs like this, it’s hard to disagree.

For a closer look at this incredible destination if you can't make the trip anytime soon, check out this footage from The Hiking HI.

This incredible natural landscape is officially found within Koko Kai Mini Beach Park, which is located at Hanapepe Place in Honolulu, Hawaii.  To get to China Walls Oahu, take the approximately 25-minute drive from Waikiki, and it is just before the turnoff to the renowned Koko Head Crater, along the southeastern side of the island. While you're visiting China Walls, you might as well embark on our southeast Oahu road trip.

If you're looking to explore more of Hawaii's stunning coast, check out these 15 coastal secrets.