Malaekahana Bay is a secluded beach located on the northeastern coast
of Oahu between
Laie and
Kahuku. The bay has a long white-sand beach,
which makes it perfect for beach walks, ball games and relaxation. If
you want to spend a quiet day away from the crowded beaches, this is
the place to go.
If you want to stay overnight, you are more than welcome to stay at
the Laie or Kahuku Malaekahana campgrounds, located right at Malaekahana
Bay, or at any of the cute beach rentals you will see along the bay.
Malaekahana Bay offers good bodyboarding and surfing opportunities,
especially in the winter when the waves are big. However, you should
know that there are no lifeguards at the beach. If you want to go in
the water, go where other people are because there is reef at some parts
of the beach.
The far southern part of the bay is also known as a gay’s beach where
straight and gay couples are welcome. Located just offshore from here
is the small Mokuauia Island, also known as
Goat Island. If you are
eager to explore it and want to be on a secluded island all by
yourself, you can swim over, take a body- or surfboard with you or
when it’s low tide, just walk because the water is flat enough. Just
put some reef shoes on to prevent reef cuts on your feet.
Goat
Island is a real hidden paradise. It has a white, sandy beach and
green sea turtles can be spotted in the area. In the center of the
island is a seabird nesting area. This area is off limits to people.
Malaekahana Bay in Bullet Points
Secluded beach located on the northeastern coast of Oahu
Long white-sand beach
Good bodyboarding and surfing opportunities in the winter
Malaekahana Bay is situated between Laie and Kahuku on Oahu’s
northeastern coast. It’s a 35-mile drive from Waikiki. From Waikiki,
take the H1 freeway west until you reach the Likelike Highway (63).
Exit H1 onto the Likelike Highway (toward the mountains) and stay on
it until you pass through the tunnel and emerge on the windward side
of the island. Exit Likelike and drive onto Kahekili Highway (83)
north. After you pass the Polynesian Cultural Center and the town of
Laie, it’s about two more minutes.
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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