Makaha Beach Park (see more photos, view panorama) is located on Oahu's leeward (west) coast and offers good swimming, bodyboarding and surfing conditions. The swimming is better in the summer months when the ocean is generally calmer here (but exceptions are always possible). In the winter months, the surf is often times up and there is a strong shorebreak and rip currents. This is when Makaha Beach is only suitable for experienced surfers. Before going into the water, pay attention to all signs posted at the beach and ask the lifeguards about the current ocean conditions.

If you want to swim, enter the ocean in the middle section of the beach where there is no reef. Surfers usually prefer the northern end of the beach because this is where the waves break on the reef (near the hotel). However, it's only recommended for experienced surfers. Especially during low tide the reef is close to the water's surface and it is sharp.

Makaha Beach Park is located on the driest side of the island, so especially in the summer months it is hot and dry here. Bring enough water and sunscreen and maybe even a beach umbrella because there is not much shade on the beach.

Makaha Beach Park is one of the more popular beach parks on this side of the island, but nevertheless the beach is hardly ever crowded. The busiest times are the weekends when local residents come here with their families to picnic and relax. There are a few picnic tables, restrooms and showers.

Makaha Beach Park Overview

Vacation Rentals near Makaha Beach Park

Beautiful Beachfront Condo at the Hawaiian Princess on Turtle Cove, Oahu $ 192

Beautiful Oceanfront Suite $ 160

Quiet and private compound at the end of the road. $ 260

High floor Hawaiian Princess condo on Turtle Beach Awesome Remodeled Beach Condo at the Hawaiian Princess $ 175

84-369 Farrington Hwy, Makaha HI 96792
Directions: Drive north on Farrington Highway (93) on Oahu's west shore until you pass the town of Waianae. Makaha town is next. Makaha Beach Park is located on the left side of the street. If you don't have a car, you can take the City Bus (Route C - Country Express), which leaves daily at the Ala Moana Shopping Center in Honolulu.
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