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Waimea Bay

(3 Ratings)
One of Oahu's most famous - and sung about - beaches!

In the winter time this beach is a favorite for surfers; the rest of the year it's a haven for locals and tourists alike. Fans of the TV show "Lost" may recognize the location. Both Jan & Dean and The Beach Boys have mentioned the beach in song.



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Reviews

travm84
travm84
Over a year ago

Extremely beautiful beach with crystal blue water. Went in August. There were a ton of straight hotties, some military we overheard, but not many other guys we could discern. Best part is you can easily swim out to some rocks and chill out there. And there is an enormous rock that people jump off of.


YourPalPete
YourPalPete first review First to Review
Over a year ago

Oahu's Most Famous North Shore Beach

During the summer, the large sandy beach is packed with tourists, and the bay is calm and safe for swimming. The fairly large parking lot is filled with rental cars carrying visitors to this beautiful north shore beach. If you go in the winter, the surf is a powerhouse and the bay is often not recommended for swimming. But that's when you'll see the parking lot packed with locals, and pickup trucks overflowing onto the highway. It's exciting to watch the best surfers riding the huge waves here. If you're going to only one North Shore Oahu beach, this should be your pick.


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