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Makai Research Pier, Waimanalo

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#6 of 7 in Outdoors in Waimanalo
Beach · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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Makai Research Pier reviews

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4.4
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  • By Mike H
    Across the water from the pier is Rabbit Island. From places on the road you can see the pier and it has some great backdrops for photo ops. This is also the pier that was on Magnum PI where TC had... 
    Across the water from the pier is Rabbit Island. From places on the road you can see the pier and it has some great backdrops for photo ops. This is also the pier that was on Magnum PI where TC had...  more »
  • By getreal2me99
    This place is stunning for photographers lovers. Perfect for sunrise or golden hour. I never get tired visiting this place to take some pictures. I saw two Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles while taking.....  more
    This place is stunning for photographers lovers. Perfect for sunrise or golden hour. I never get tired visiting this place to take some pictures. I saw two Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles while taking.....  more »
  • By bryanmantezoni
    This place had wonderful views from our car, clear waters and that amazing pier but when we tried to drive thru we discovered that it was some kind of government or university research place so no... 
    This place had wonderful views from our car, clear waters and that amazing pier but when we tried to drive thru we discovered that it was some kind of government or university research place so no...  more »
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  • By Eldon Ngo
    Took my niece here for a fishing event. Very beautiful clear waters. Looks like a good spot for snorkeling.
  • By Wez So_N_So
    This is a great place to come and get a nice look out picture.
  • By Jonathan Kwon
    Another great place to visit for fishing and snorkeling but limited parking. I see a lot of people taking pictures under the bridge. The wind damage has not been fixed as of yet therefore it is still closed to the public as of today (12-7-2020)
  • By Jhay M.
    We chose this spot for my daughter's birthday because she had asked to go fishing. As long as the gate is open the pier is open to the public for fishing. There are signs of the off limit areas so as long as you abide by it then all is well. Don't expect to catch a 20 pounder here though. The beach next to the pier is really nice. Little tide pools to swim in and search for little ocean creatures. Lots of photo shoots going on under the pier. It is a pretty popular spot for pictures.
  • By Jerry Morris
    Great place to visit. This was my first time and I've been to oahu several times before! The water is amazingly clear but no jumping from the pier is allowed. You can park out on the side of the road or drive into the pier. Don't miss.
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