Kuhio Beach at a Glance
Kuhio Beach Park is a part of
Waikiki Beach, located between the Sheraton Moana Surfrider
Hotel and the Kapahulu Groin, which was built in 1951 as
part of the Waikiki Beach Improvement Project. It is an
extension of a storm drain that runs under Kapahulu Avenue.
The project also included building a low wall on the Diamond
Head side of the groin and importing sand to create the
beaches on both sides. Today, this area right in front of
the groin is a popular surf spot among bodyboarders. Also
because surfboards are not allowed here, so the bodyboarders
feel safe.Kuhio Beach Park was named after Prince Johah
Kuhio Kalanianaole, born in 1871. His home, Pualeilani (meaning
“flower from the wreath of heaven”) used to stand here,
and he lived here with his wife Princess Elizabeth Kahanu.
To the west of the beach park are two of Waikiki’s famous
surf sites, Queen’s and Canoes. Three popular landmarks
are located in Kuhio Beach Park: the Prince Kuhio Statue,
the
Duke Kahanamoku Statue and the Stones of Kapaemahu.
The Prince Kuhio Statue was created by sculptor Sean Browne
and was dedicated in 2002. The Duke Kahanamoku Statue was
created by sculptor Jan-Michelle Sawyer and dedicated on
1990, the hundredth anniversary of Duke’s birth. He is considered
the “Father of Modern Surfing,” a great Hawaiian watermen,
Olympic swimmer, surfer and canoeist. The Stones of Kapaemahu
represent four legendary men: Kapaemahu, Kahaloa, Kapuni
and Kinohi, who came to Hawaii from a faraway land. In Hawaii
they were famous for their great wisdom and healing powers.
Kuhio Beach in Bullet Points
- A part of Waikiki Beach
- Located between the Sheraton Moana Surfrider Hotel
and the Kapahulu Groin
- Named after Prince Johah Kuhio Kalanianaole
- Site of three popular landmarks: the Prince Kuhio
Statue, the Duke Kahanamoku Statue and the Stones of
Kapaemahu
Kuhio Beach Facilities (top)
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic tables
- Equipment rental
- Food concession
Kuhio Beach Water Activities
- Surfing
- Outrigger canoeing
- Catamaran sailing
- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Kuhio Beach Location
Address: 2552 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
Kuhio Beach Map (top)
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Kuhio Beach Weather (top)
Now
84°F
Windchill:
84°F
Partly Cloudy
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Location: Honolulu, HI, US
Wind: 17 mph NE
Humidity: 55%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 29.93 in falling
Sunrise: 6:37 am
Sunset: 5:52 pm
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Sat
Hi: 84°F
Low: 71°F
Partly Cloudy
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Sun
Hi: 85°F
Low: 72°F
Mostly Cloudy
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Kuhio Beach Photos (click to enlarge)
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Kuhio Beach 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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