The Leap Of Faith In Spitting Cave
Spitting Cave is a rather unusual contrast to the white sandy beaches typically found on the island of O'ahu. Here volcanic rock cliffs rise majestically from the frothy ocean to as tall as 60 feet in some places. With access located off a quiet neighborhood cul-de-sac, local fishermen and fearless adrenaline junkies frequent these cliffs. The cliffs are similar to China Walls, which is just around the corner. However, everything at Spitting Cave is on a large grander scale.
The topography of the place
A small inlet feeds into a cave in the cliffs below and as the pressure builds inside the cave with each ebb and flows the water bursts out with huge force. On days with rough conditions in the ocean, the blasts from the cave are phenomenal
The trail to the cliff is inconspicuously situated between two properties and is steep and slippery at times. The cave itself is located under the cliffs, where waves plunge into the back, sending water spitting out of the entrance with a gurgling whoosh! A ladder leads down toward the water's edge, making the tidal rock more accessible on flat days.
Spitting Cave Cliff Jumping - Only for experienced cliff jumpers
It seems like the cliffs are comparable to China Walls, which is just around the corner. Everything, on the other hand, is on a far larger size in Spitting Cave. It all starts with a tiny entrance that feeds into a tunnel in the cliffs below, and as the pressure within the cave rises with each ebb and flow, the water rushes out with tremendous power. On days when the water is stormy, the cave's explosions are really incredible to hear. Some visitors love seeing local experts like Dan Worden and Sage Stephens jump off a cliff at Spitting Cave.
A word of reminder
Once you have jumped in you can need to climb back up the rocks to the top. It’s not incredibly dangerous depending on the route you take but it’s no staircase. Make sure you watch others and consider that before getting stuck down there! Do not attempt to enter the water when the swell is large; surge and currents have been fatal here. Head to the cliffs on a late afternoon for a remarkable view of the sun setting into the ocean.
