Halona Beach Cove Photos
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Halona Beach Cove, Oahu
Halona Beach Cove (see more photos) is a small pocket of sand located on the southeastern shore of Oahu. It was made popular in the movie From here to Eternity, filmed here in 1953, where it was a love scene of a couple (Burt Lancester and Deborah Kerr). Because of the movie, the beach was nicknamed Eternity Beach.
It is located on the right (west) side of the Halona Blowhole overlook. You have to hike down the rocks from there to get to it. Be careful and always wear shoes because the rocks are slippery, steep and sharp.
The best time to swim in this small cove is when the water is calm. However, don’t swim too far out because strong, dangerous currents are often times present and the water is very turbulent further out. Since there are no lifeguards stationed here, it is not recommended to get into the water if the surf is high. Also, stay away from rocky areas.
The rocky point to the west of the beach cove is called Bamboo Ridge. It has been a popular fishing spot since the 1920s. The location was named after the fishermen's bamboo fishing poles that could be seen along the edge of the cliff in the past.
There are no facilities at Halona Beach Cove. Free parking is available at the Halona Blowhole lookout point.
Halona Beach Cove Overview
- Small beach cove made popular in the movie From here to Eternity
- Sandy beach surrounded on three sides by a steep sea cliff
- Swim only when the water is calm and stay close to shore
Location: 72 Kalanianaole Highway, 96825, HI Directions: From Waikiki, head southeast on Kalakaua Avenue toward Kaiulani Avenue. Turn left at Kapahulu Avenue and go for 1.3 miles. Turn left at Kaimuki Avenue and go for 0.3 miles. Turn left at Kapiolani Boulevard and go for 275 feet. Then turn right and merge onto Highway 1 East. Go for 2.6 miles. Continue on Kalanianaole Highway for 7 miles. Halona Beach Cove will be on your right. Park at the Halona Blowhole parking lot.
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