Leftovers Beach Park

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Leftovers Beach Park

Leftovers Beach Park is a small North Shore surf spot with rocky shoreline, hidden trail access, roadside parking and scenic ocean views.

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Leftovers Beach Park, Oahu

Located on Oahu's North Shore, Leftovers Beach Park is one of the island's lesser-known surf sites.The small beach park can easily be missed as there is only a small pullout parking area along Kamehameha Highway. From here, a hidden trail leads down to the small beach, which is framed by rocks.

In the 1960s when big wave surfing first became popular, surfers considered this beach a second choice, or "leftover" surf site, paling in comparison to its neighboring beaches of Hale'iwa and Waimea Bay. Coincidentally, this beach also has a "left" surf break, meaning a wave that surfers ride to their left.

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Location, Parking and Directions

Leftovers Beach Park is located along Kamehameha Highway on Oahu's North Shore, between Haleiwa and Waimea Bay. From Haleiwa, follow Kamehameha Highway northeast toward Waimea; from Waimea Bay, follow Kamehameha Highway southwest toward Haleiwa. Look for the small roadside pullout and short beach trail, and park only where it is legal and safe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Leftovers Beach Park located?

Leftovers Beach Park is located along Kamehameha Highway on Oahu's North Shore, between Haleiwa and Waimea Bay.

Is Leftovers Beach Park good for swimming?

No. The shoreline is rocky and surf conditions can change quickly, so Leftovers is better for surf watching and experienced surf access than swimming.

Why is it called Leftovers?

The name comes from its history as a lesser-known, second-choice surf spot compared with nearby famous breaks, and from its left-hand surf break.

Are there facilities at Leftovers Beach Park?

No. There are no restrooms, showers or lifeguards. Parking is limited to a small roadside pullout.

What is Leftovers Beach Park best for?

Leftovers Beach Park is best for watching surfers, shoreline fishing, photography, short scenic stops and experienced surf access.