Waialua

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Waialua

Waialua is a quiet North Shore town known for the old sugar mill, local makers, Waialua Coffee, North Shore Soap Factory, farms and nearby beaches.

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Waialua, Oahu

Waialua is a small community on the North Shore of Oahu. In the town's center is the Waialua Sugar Mill, one last remnant of the town's plantation history. It is not in operation anymore since sugar isn't being grown here anymore, but some coffee, bananas and other diversified crops are being grown in this area on a small scale.

Nearby are a couple of shops, such as the North Shore Soap Factory (located inside the Sugar Mill), Farmer's Market, Waialua Coffee and Island X Hawaii, selling island products. Mokuleia Beach Park, Kaiaka Bay Beach Park and Haleiwa Alii Beach Park are located in the Waialua area.

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Chloe Ganahl

Mon Nov 27, 2017

There is a very sweet children's book set in Waialua, or rather at Mokuleia Beach, which is part of Waialua. It's called ‘Iwalani's Tree and came out in 2016

Rachel Niendorf

Fri Mar 01, 2013

This is a wonderful community, especially if you have small children. We have a 3 year old daughter and there are a lot of children her age to play with. The people who live Waialua (that I have met) are very friendly. Plus, Waialua is nestled between the ocean and mountains! Can't beat that! Every day it's 80 and sunny pretty much! We love it here.

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Location, Parking and Directions

Waialua is located on Oahu's North Shore, west of Haleiwa and near Mokuleia. From Honolulu, drive north through Central Oahu toward Haleiwa, then continue west toward Waialua. Parking varies by mill-area business, beach park, school, library, shop, farm road and neighborhood access point.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Waialua on Oahu?

Waialua is on Oahu's North Shore, west of Haleiwa and near Mokuleia, Kaiaka Bay and the rural roads below the Waianae Mountains.

What is Waialua known for?

Waialua is known for its old sugar mill, plantation history, North Shore Soap Factory, Waialua Coffee, Island X Hawaii, local farms and nearby beaches.

Is the Waialua Sugar Mill still operating?

No. The old sugar mill no longer processes sugar, but the property now has local businesses, makers, coffee, chocolate and island-made products.

What beaches are near Waialua?

Nearby beaches include Mokuleia Beach Park, Kaiaka Bay Beach Park and Haleiwa Alii Beach Park. Conditions vary, so check surf, wind and posted warnings.

Is Waialua a good place to stay?

Waialua can suit visitors who want a quieter North Shore base near country roads, local farms, beaches and Haleiwa without staying in a busy resort district.