Shark's Cove / Pupukea Tide PoolsAn amazing snorkel and dive spot on Oahu's North Shore, this area offers variety of ways to interact with the ocean when calmer conditions prevail. The tide pool section is well-protected shallow ocean water... Read more
Pyramid Rock Beach is a one Hawaii's best kept secrets. Named after a pyramid shaped rock along the coastline, this beach boasts natural green plants and tropical flowers, powderwhite sand and crystal clear water. Located in Kaneohe Marine Corps... Read more
Turtle Bay / Kuilima CoveOn the northern tip of Oahu a set of scenic bays flank the famed "Turtle Bay Resort". The smaller of the two is protected from the deeper ocean swells by natural volcanic rock jetties making it a safe place to snorkel... Read more
Although it is part of the strip of famous North Shore surf breaks, Velzyland is set apart from the rest and off of the main road, so seems more secluded. The land running up to the sand is wooded, which adds to the "private" feel and provides... Read more
Oahu is known for having some of the best and biggest waves in the world, and during the winter months countless pro surfers, photographers, and observers descend on the several mile long strip of coast that is the mecca of the surfing world to... Read more
If you are heading to Waikiki for some beach time, the Park and Lagoon are great alternatives to the hustle-bustle of the busier central Waikiki beach access . The access to this location is a bit hidden, but worth the effort to locate it. A... Read more
Keehi Lagoon Beach Park is a beautiful, spacious haven located right in-between the chaos of the airport and the major highways leading in to Honolulu. AT A GLANCE: HIGHLIGHTS: The park features calm waters perfect for paddling of all sorts,... Read more
Located at the Mauna Lani Resort (Lat:19.942208, Lon: -155.87265), Makaiwa Bay is a gem not to be missed.Kailua-Kona 45 min south
Lifeguard: No
Hours: 630am to 630pm daily
From Queen Kaahumanu Highway turn
makai (toward the ocean) into... Read more
A hub of activity for beach lovers in Haleiwa town, this park is spacious, covering 19 acres of land along the ocean and adjacent to the Haleiwa Boat Harbor. This beach has is a great panorama of breaking surf in the foreground, and a view of... Read more
This is a popular spot amongst the local surfers of Hanalei Bay. On any given day a steady flow of surf connoisseurs arrive and begin scanning the horizon for waves. The vantage point from the beach here allows great viewing for several of... Read more
