Kaneohe Bay Beach Park at a Glance
It’s no stretch to say that Kaneohe Bay Beach Park is the
stuff of Hollywood. This so-called “living postcard” has
provided a scenic backdrop for dozens of popular movies
and TV series, the most notable being Pearl Harbor,
Gilligan’s Island and 50 First Dates. Hawaiian
chiefs reportedly chose this place to build their sacred
fishponds, and its historical vibe can be felt up to this
day.
Kaneohe Bay stretches from the Mokapu Peninsula, where
the U.S. Marine Corps is based, all the way to Mokolii Island,
also known as the
Chinaman’s Hat. This vast stretch of water contains
five small islands, including the famous Coconut Island.
In the middle of the bay are a few sandbanks just a couple
of feet deep, where people often hang out and hold beach
parties.
The bay is also a breeding ground for hammerhead sharks.
Thousands of them are born here every year and spend their
first few months in the shallow water. Marine scientists
flock to the bay as well to study these oddly-shaped creatures.
Surprisingly, these sharks aren’t dangerous - snorkelers
regularly swim among them during the breeding season. Eventually,
the hammerhead sharks swim out to the deeper waters where
they grow up to 13 feet in length.
Next to Chinaman’s Hat is Kualoa Beach Park, a small strip
of coastline complete with all the basic amenities. After
a day on the beach, you can take a rest here and sit under
the shade of huge native trees. The park serves as a campsite
for many visitors around windward Oahu, and in the daytime,
you can see out into the bay and spot the smaller islands.
Kaneohe Bay Beach Park in Bullet Points
- A large bay that stretches from Chinaman's Hat to
the Mokapu Peninsula on Oahu's windward (east) coast
- Many shallow-water sandbanks and a large coral reef
- Beautiful bay that is photographed often
- Marine scientists do research here (hammerhead shark
breeding ground)
Kaneohe Bay Beach Park Facilities
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- Parking
- Picnic tables
- Restrooms
- Shower
- No lifeguards
Kaneohe Bay Beach Park Water Activities
Driving Directions to Kaneohe Bay Beach Park
Address: Waikalua Road, Kaneohe, HI 96744
Kaneohe Bay Beach Park Map (top)
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Kaneohe Bay Beach Park Weather
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Now
67°F
Windchill:
67°F
Partly Cloudy
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Location: Kaneohe, HI, US
Wind: 8 mph N
Humidity: 66%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.07 in falling
Sunrise: 6:36 am
Sunset: 6:42 pm
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Fri
Hi: 74°F
Low: 68°F
Showers
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Sat
Hi: 74°F
Low: 69°F
Scattered Showers
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Kaneohe Bay Beach Park Photos (click to enlarge)
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Kaneohe Bay Beach Park Reviews and Comments
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Safety Tip
Whatever beach in Hawaii you visit, please have in mind that the ocean can
be very dangerous. Never turn your back against the waves and watch out for underwater
currents and always check the surf conditions. Pay attention to signs posted on
the beach. If you are not sure about the conditions, ask the lifeguards (if any
on the beach). Please
click here to
read more about ocean safety in Hawaii.
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