Kaluanui Beach

Located in the northeastern part of Oahu, Kaluanui Beach is a narrow beach that has light brown sand, a few pebbles, driftwood, and nearby trees and a seawall made of boulders. There are reefs near the northern and the southern ends of Kaluanui Beach. A stream called Kaluanui Stream flows through the beach - once this stream flows through Kaluanui Beach, it enters the Pacific Ocean. 

Kaluanui Beach does not have lifeguards or any other amenities except a nearby grassy area and a bench, so please plan accordingly. Dogs on leashes are allowed in portions of Kaluanui Beach which are below the high tide line. 

Kaluanui Beach offers many fun activities including sunbathing, swimming, beachcombing, picnicking, fishing, wildlife watching, snorkeling, surfing, bodysurfing, bodyboarding, skimboarding, kayaking, canoeing, surf-skiing, jet-skiing, water-skiing, boating, paddleboarding, and wakeboarding. The water near Kaluanui Beach usually has gentle waves, which makes it ideal for beginner swimmers. In addition, the water near the central portion of Kaluanui Beach has a sandy bottom, which makes water activities relatively easy here. However, if you are planning to swim or surf near Kaluanui Beach, we recommend being careful because the water here is known to have unpredictable rip currents and dangerous waves. In addition, the water here is also known to occasionally have high levels of microbial contamination and inorganic pollutants. 

Depending on the time of the year, you can see many kinds of animals in the water near Kaluanui Beach including sea turtles, migrating whales between December and May, and Hawaiian monk seals - it is important to note that sea turtles and Hawaiian monk seals are protected under a law named the Endangered Species Act of 1973, and harming them can result in a fine of up to $50,000 and possible imprisonment. If you are planning to fish near Kaluanui Beach, please ensure compliance with the local fishing regulations which can be found on the website of the Division of Aquatic Resources (which is a part of the State of Hawaii’sDepartment of Land and Natural Resources).  If you like taking beautiful pictures and beautiful views, Kaluanui Beach offers amazing Instagram-worthy views of the Pacific Ocean, the north Oahu shoreline, and the hills of the Koolau Range. If you like horse riding, you can ride your horse on Kaluanui Beach for a fun oceanfront horse riding session

Getting to Kaluanui Beach is easy - the stairs to the beach are located along Hawaii Route 83 (which is a part of Kamehameha Highway), to the south of its intersection with Puhuli Street. There are free street parking areas near the beach. We recommend visiting this beach during low tide because during high tide it can get completely submerged. 

There are many attractions near Kaluanui Beach.  Polynesian Cultural Center is an immensely popular cultural attraction that has eight recreated traditional Polynesian villages - each of these villages represents a different portion of Polynesian culture including Hawaiian culture, Samoan culture, Tahitian culture, and Maori culture. In addition, the Polynesian Cultural Center also hosts fun shows that offer a unique insight into the vibrant cultures of Polynesia including Hawaiian luau feasts and a multicultural program named Hā–Breath of Life - you can attend these shows for an extra charge. Hau’ula Loop Trail is a hiking-and-biking trail that offers amazing views of Kaipapau Valley and the town of Hauula. You can also explore the interesting biodiversity of northeastern Oahu and you can also see many kinds of native plant varieties here including lama, hoawa, and akia.  Maunawila Heiau is an approximately nine-acre historical site that has a heiau (which is an ancient Hawaiian temple) - this heiau is theorized by historians to be a heiau ho'ola (a healing heiau). This site offers visitors a unique insight into the local cultural and natural history. If you are looking for another attraction near Kaluanui Beach, the Maakua Ridge Trail (also called the Ma’akua Ridge Trail) is another hiking trail that offers hikers a unique way to explore the vivid northern Oahu landscape and local biodiversity. The trail also offers amazing Instagram-worthy views of the Oahu shoreline and the Pacific Ocean.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Kaluanui Beach. Beach House (also known as Beach House by Roy Yamaguchi) offers amazing Hawaiian-inspired dishes for lunch and dinner including burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads, seafood, steaks, lamb dishes, and barbecued ribs.  Seven Brothers - Laie offers amazing burgers and it also serves amazing salads, fries, and seafood. Shrimp Shackoffers amazing seafood, especially shrimp-based dishes - the restaurant also offers steaks, hot dogs, and chili. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near Kaluanui Beach, Keneke’s Grill at Punaluu offers outstanding lunch platters, burgers, and sandwiches.

If you are looking for a hotel near Kaluanui Beach, there are many great options. The 4-Star Turtle Bay Resort offers many amenities including a spa, two pools (including one with a waterslide), two golf courses, seven restaurants and bars, and two hot tubs. The hotel also offers many other amenities for a resort fee including access to a fitness center, multiple tennis courts, and snorkeling gear loaner facility. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star Courtyard by Marriott Oahu North Shore which offers many amenities including an exercise room, a hot tub, a pool, and a bistro. If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near Kaluanui Beach, Malaekahana Beach Campground offers accommodation to tent and RV campers and it also offers accommodation in brightly colored cabins. The campground offers many amenities including a camp store, watersporting equipment rental facilities, picnic tables, fire pits, and water spouts.