Malaekahana Bay at a Glance
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
- There is reef at some parts of the beach
- There is gay beach at the Laie end of
Malaekahana Bay
- A small offshore island
- Sea turtles in the area
Malaekahana Bay Facilities (top)
- No facilities at the bay
- No lifeguards
Malaekahana Bay Water Activities
- Swimming
- Bodyboarding
- Surfing
- Fishing
Driving Directions to Malaekahana Bay
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.
Address: 56-253 Kamehameha Hwy, HI, 96731
Malaekahana Bay Map (top)
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Malaekahana Bay Weather (top)
Now
68°F
Windchill:
68°F
Partly Cloudy
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Location: Kahuku, HI, US
Wind: 9 mph N
Humidity: 61%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.04 in falling
Sunrise: 6:36 am
Sunset: 6:42 pm
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Fri
Hi: 74°F
Low: 69°F
Scattered Showers
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Sat
Hi: 76°F
Low: 70°F
Scattered Showers
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Malaekahana Bay Photos (click to enlarge)
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Malaekahana Bay 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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