Maunalua Bay Beach Park at a Glance
Maunalua Bay, located in
Hawaii Kai on Oahu’s south shore, is a favorite spot
among canoe paddlers, boaters, kayakers, fishers and picnickers.
Swimming conditions are rather poor here because the ocean
bottom is shallow and rocky, but the views are nice and
other ocean activities possible. Maunalua means “two mountains”
and refers to Koko Crater and Koko Head, the two peaks located
at the east of Maunalua Bay.
The beach park, which borders Kalanianaole Highway, was
developed by Henry J. Kaiser when the Hawaii Kai Marina
was built. In the past, the beach consisted of 535,000 square
feet (49,703 sq. m) of coral that was dredged from the bay
and pumped into low places along the existing shore. A boat
channel was also dredged and upon completion of the park,
Kaiser donated it to the City and County of Honolulu in
1960.
The Hawaii Kai Marina was once a huge fishpond named
Kuapa. At one point it covered 523 acres (2.1 sq. km) and
its wall was 5,000 feet (1.5 km) long. There is a canoe
storage building, or halau, at the west end of the park.
Maunalua Bay Beach Park in Bullet Points
- Located in Hawaii Kai on Oahu’s south shore
- Good spot for kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing
and picnicking (poor swimming conditions)
- Nice large bay, sweeping views and good photo opportunities
Maunalua Bay Beach Park Facilities
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- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic tables
- Parking
- No lifeguards
Maunalua Bay Beach Park Water Activities
- Fishing
- Boating
- Surfing
- Kayaking
- Canoe paddling
Maunalua Bay Beach Park Location
Address: 6499 Kalanianaole Hwy, HI 96825
Maunalua Bay Beach Park Map (top)
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Maunalua Bay Beach Park Weather
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Now
66°F
Windchill:
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Partly Cloudy
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Location: Honolulu, HI, US
Wind: 5 mph N
Humidity: 65%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.06 in falling
Sunrise: 6:35 am
Sunset: 6:42 pm
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Low: 68°F
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Low: 69°F
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Maunalua Bay Beach Park Photos (click to enlarge)
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Maunalua 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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