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• Barbers Point Beach Park

  Kapolei, Oahu

  If you're planning a beach day, Barber's Point isn't the beach for you. However if you want to fish, see the lighthouse, or happen to be in the Kapolei area, it is definitely worth a visit. AT A GLANCE: HIGHLIGHTS: Located adjacent to an industrial area in Kapolei, Barbers Point Beach Park has a narrow, rocky beach and dangerous currents that make it unsuitable for swimming. The main attraction here is the lighthouse,

• Haycraft Beach Park

  Maalaea, Maui

  Haycraft is a little-known county beach park at the end of the strip of condominiums and vacation rentals east of Ma'alaea harbor. It provides natural shade and windbreak shelter, and has several picnic tables, fresh-water shower and portable restroom facilities. Great for running and long walks, as it connects to Ma'alaea Beach and then Sugar Beach to the east, creating the longest uninterrupted beach on Maui. AT A GLANCEHIGHLIGHTS: Quiet and secluded, mul

• Charley Young Beach

  Kihei, Maui

  A local favorite, this beach is the more quiet end of "Kamaole I" but feels much more remote, due to its being two blocks from busy South Kihei road. Ironwood trees lining this end of the beach provide some rare Kihei beach shade, and the sand coves and shallow waters are a favorite of local families with kids. The sand is fine and soft, and the impressive length of this beach (600 yards) is great for walks and runs. As with other west-facing Kihei beaches, it is a great place

• Mokule'ia Beach Park

  Mokuleia, Oahu

  Whose familiar with the smash hit TV series Lost will find instant familiarity with this secluded and little-known gem of a beach often used for the ABC show's filming of scenes. Tucked away on Oahu's North Shore, Mokule'ia Beach is a marvelous spot to spend the day in peace, quiet and solitude. Far away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki, white sands and beautiful blue waters beckon visitors to slow down, take a deep breath and just "be." Turtle sighti

• Off the Wall

  Haleiwa, Oahu

  This world-famous surf break is packed with surfers, photographers, and other beach goers during the winter months when the swells bring wave-chasers from around the world. During the summer months, it offers a calmer and less crowded beach experience. AT A GLANCE: HIGHLIGHTS: Off the Wall features epic barreling waves (mostly rights) that draw surfers and fans from Oahu and beyond all winter. An integral part of the fabled Nort

• Bellows Beach Park

  Waimanalo, Oahu

  Bellows Beach Park is a family style leisure camp located in Waimanalo, Hawaii. With long stretches of white sand, shady ironwood trees, clear waters and a magnificient view of luscious offshore islands, this beach park offers a great vacation for military and nonmilitary citizens alike. Bellows Air Force Station offers air conditioned lodging units for comfort and tranquility. Only 30 minutes away from Waikiki and Honolulu, this paradise getaway is sure to offer magnificent views and a

• Diamond Head Beach Park

  Diamond Head, Oahu

  Located at the base of Diamond Head and encompassing two acres along the cliffs, this beach primarily attracts surfers and features beautiful views, tide pools, good waves, a running path, and extensive coral reef. If you're lucky, you might even see a monk seal!AT A GLANCE: HIGHLIGHTS: Cliff views, dog-friendly, ample parking, large grassy area for sunning, picnics, and dog walking, great waves, uncrowded beach and surf break,

• Manini'owali Beach at Kua Bay

  Kona, Big Island

  The northernmost beach in the Kekaha Kai State Park, this picturesque beach is just one out of three splendid beaches located within an easy drive from all Kailua-Kona. Officially named Manini'owali Beach, it is loosely referred to by islanders as Kua Bay. Of the three beaches in Kehaka Kai State Park, Manini'owali Beach is the easiest to access because of the recently improved road. Therefore it has become the most popular in the park.AT A GLANCE&

• Napo'opo'o Landing

  Captain Cook, Big Island

  A part of the larger Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and Marine Conservation District, Napoopoo landing offers clear conditions and easy ocean entry.AT A GLANCEHighlights: a historic landing with water teeming with fishActivities: Sun bathing, swimming, snorkelingLifeguard: noneWarnings: Winter months bring higher surf and stronger rip currents, rough and dangerous

• Rocky Point

  North Shore, Oahu

  Another one of North Shore's famous reef breaks, Rocky Point attracts throngs of pro surfers and fans all winter long. As the name implies, you can find this break by the lava rocks scattered on the beach in front of it. AT A GLANCE: HIGHLIGHTS: Both rights and lefts, consistent swells during the winter months and off and on throughout the summer. This is a great place to watch the big wave surfers fight over the waves during th