Haleiwa Beach Park has one of the few light brown sand beaches on the island, unlike most Oahu beaches which consist of white sand formed from coral and seashells. The beach also offers about 250ft in length by 100ft width of warm friendly sand that is easy on the eyes and is situated so that it gets incredible views of both the sunrise and sunset.
Haleiwa Beach Park provides a plethora of possibilities and is walking distance from shopping, eating and sightseeing in historic Haleiwa Town.
Toward the eastern end of the beach is a seawall that is a one-of-a-kind on the north shore. With a large enough grassy field to host festivals and carnivals, athletic activities such as frisbee and soccer are not a problem.
Two full length basketball courts and two volleyball courts await those with a more competitive nature, but bewarned that the humidity and heat might be your biggest obstacle.
There is also a childrens playground, bathrooms, plenty of shaded areas, and jetskiing rentals nearby, it is no wonder why it is a favorable location for family picnic and beach activities. It is definitely a worthy day-in-the-country destination. You can get there by tour bus about 1.5 hours ride from Waikiki.
Surf: The Fun and Excitement (Hale'iwa Alii Beach Park)
Alii's (Haleiwa) plays host to a number of surf competitions including the WOMEN'S EVENTS IN THE TRIPLE CROWN, This event features the world's top female surfers as they battle it out for the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP). This is the second-to-last World Qualifying Series contest of the season.
Visitors from around the world come in hopes of witnessing surf synonymous with the names Waimea, Sunset, Pipeline and Haleiwa. In the wintertime on the North Shore of Oahu waves can measure up to 30-feet high! The sensation of watching the gigantic waves roll in, hearing them crash on the shore and feeling their refreshing mist is an inspiring experience that many wish to have. Watch the world's best surfers in action at one of the many special tournaments that help make the North Shore famous.
Fun Factor: Narley
Danger Factor: Low-Medium
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Features
Parking: parking lot (35 stall), lots of parking stalls along road.
Showers: yes
Bathrooms: yes
Nearest Concession: walking distance
Lifeguard: no
Picnic Areas: yes (grassy areas, tables, shade)
Shoreline Sand to Reef Ratio: 7-3, sea shells and some reef
Surf: flat 0-2 ft in the summer, mild 5-10 ft in winter
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David wrote on 4/1/2008:
Hi, i'm heading to hawaii for 3 days at the end of april. I surf in australia reqularly I won't be traveling with my boards so I wanted to know how easy is to higher boards on the north shore? + I'll be myself what's good to do in the evening? Thanks, David
wissert@sbcglobal.net wrote on 2/17/2008:
What is the name of the blown glass shop in the Hale wai shopping center, my sister-inlaw and I were there laster year and bought turtles, but her's has broke and we would like to replace it?
joanne scott wrote on 1/27/2008:
hi, i am looking for mini shells to make sailor valentines. do u have any? thanks, joanne
Peg wrote on 10/29/2007:
is there a more beautiful place on Oahu then the North Shore????
lauri wrote on 9/3/2007:
I am looking for a beach to have my wedding reception, we have 40 guests, i am looking for somewhere with picnic tables, do any one know anywhere i can find that (hopefully on the north shore) but anywhere near there will do. Thanks
Ashley Holt wrote on 6/28/2007:
I personally love the beaches at North Shore even though I may not be the perfect surfer and come from the mainland I learned alot of the surfers out there. They gave me good advice about what too look for and what to stay away from as a newer surfer. I have been to Hawaii once before this past trip but I didnt get to make it to North Shore. I love the beaches there they are alot of fun and have lots of things for friends and family to do. Just make sure you dont take someones wave.
haleiwa wrote on 4/23/2007:
beach
Chelsea wrote on 4/10/2007:
Hale 'iwa rocks my socks. i'll be home soon.......
Joy wrote on 4/5/2007:
Jason there is no fee to get on any of the beaches in Hawaii although access to some beaches are restricted by government or private. All beaches on the North Shore are Free, parking at waimea bay could be difficult on a busy day
Jason wrote on 3/27/2007:
Hello..I will be in Oahu in a week with 28 students. Is there a cost to get on to Waimea Bay Beach? Please let me know as soon as possible. Thank you! Jason
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