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"MAKAPU`U" BEACH PARK

     "Bulging Eyes"

41-095 Kalanianaole Highway

East Shore, Oahu

Makapu'u is located just minutes from Sandy Beach, but couldn't be more different. Instead of sand, there is rock, and when Sandy Beach is up (big waves), Makapu'u is calm and vice versa.

This is an excellent beach; some call it a "paradise," for body surfing, paipo and body boarding. Be sure to ask lifeguards about conditions during the winter, as the big surf and its resultant fierce shore break and undertow can often be very dangerous. Regardless of the season, swimmers at Makapu`u should be cautious at all times.

Guarded beaches on O`ahu are posted with special signs by lifeguards when there are Portuguese man-of-war (stinging blue "jellyfish") swarming in the surrounding ocean. Observe these signs, stay out of the water, to avoid what can be a very painful, perhaps even deadly experience.  If you are stung at a guarded beach see the lifeguards on duty. They can render minor first-aid, or, for more serious cases, call and radio for emergency medical evacuation or ambulance assistance.

Makapu`u Beach Park has the following in its beach and park areas:

	Lifeguards
	Sand and Reef
	Picnic Areas
	Phones
	Showers
	Restrooms

BELLOWS FIELD BEACH PARK

41-043 Kalanianaole Highway

East Shore, south of Waimanalo

Bellows Field Beach Park is one of the more popular ocean recreation areas on O`ahu. Bellows is actually located on Bellows Air Force Station but is open to the public on weekends. There is a nice sandy beach and some picnic facilities.  During the summer it is crowded with swimmers, beginning board surfers, body surfers and campers. It has shallow waters and a small consistent shorebreak. Surfing is not allowed in the area between the two lifeguard towers, but this beach is a great place to practice surfboarding and body surfing where permitted. Small children should be supervised at this beach at all times.

Services and Amenities:

	Lifeguard (Weekends and Summers only)
	Sandy Beach
	Picnic Areas
	Shady areas
	Restrooms
	Showers
	Good swimming and surfing
	Reef area

KAILUA BEACH PARK

450 Kawailoa Road

East Shore, Kailua

Located in the town of Kailua, this beach is famous for its windsurfing. There is even an offshore island that you can swim in if you feel adventurous. The sand is wide and the waves are decent. This is a world-class wind surfing destination. There are several shops in Kailua town, which offer rental gear and that can arrange for lessons.

Kailua Beach Park is generally a wonderful place to enjoy swimming and beach recreational activities. It has a very nice, fine sandy beach. There are generally no significantly hazardous ocean or beach conditions. If there is a problem it's the pond in the middle of the park. Little children should not be allowed to play unsupervised in this area.

Services and Amenities

	Lifeguards
	Sandy beach
	Picnic areas with tables and pavilion
	Restrooms
	Showers
	Phones
	Concession stand
	Good swimming, wind-surfing, kayaking and body boarding

"KUALOA" REGIONAL PARK

     "Long Ancestral Background"

49-479 Kamehameha Highway

East Shore, North of Kaneohe

Kualoa Regional Park is a picnic ground with a small stretch of beach, which has come into its own within the past several years having been totally refurbished. Located in a stunningly beautiful area of Oahu's Windward coast in the Ko`olaupoko ahupua`a, Kualoa in Hawaiian means "long ancestral background" as this area has a rich ancient and sacred history.

As an example, the small offshore islet, Mokoli`i, is said actually to be a fluke of the cut off tail of a dragon-like creature. Hi`iaka (or Hi`iaka i ka pali o Pele), goddess of lightning and Pele's younger sister, was traveling along the Windward coast when she came upon great Mokoli`i, the Mo`o dragon. Hi`iaka courageously fought with the giant lizard and slayed it with spears of lightning. She then dismembered and used the body to form part of the base of Hakipu`u road. And when she threw the tail away, it landed in the ocean by Kualoa. The islet, today popularly referred to today as "Chinaman's Hat", because it looks like a coolie's hat to some, is - obviously - the tip of one of Mokoli`i's tail flukes.

Erosion has nearly "wiped out" the beach's sand. Swimming and snorkeling is just great, but watch out for the currents, as they are occasionally strong. Please pay special attention to your keiki (children) in these currents.

Services and Amenities

	Lifeguards (weekends and summers only)
	Very little sand and reef
	Picnic areas
	Phones
	Showers
	Restrooms

WAIMANALO BEACH

East shore, south and east of Kailua/Lanakai

Waimanalo Beach is four miles of beautiful white sand with gentle waves perfect for body surfing, swimming, and boogie boarding. This is the beach for people who prefer more open space, although it occasionally gets crowded on weekends. The beach park is clearly indicated on the ocean side and there's more than adequate parking, plus rest room facilities and water.  Waimanalo Beach is still, however, an agricultural area with numerous truck and horse farms nearby.

The waves at Waimanalo Beach are suitable for most families, and yet there is enough of a roller effect to body surf and boogie board.  During the week, the beach is nearly deserted; but on the weekends, it tends to get very crowded due to its popularity. 

HERE ARE SOME BASIC OCEAN SAFETY TIPS TO ABIDE BY:

	Swim in Lifeguarded Areas
	Never Swim Alone
	Don't Dive Into Unknown Water or Into Shallow Breaking Waves
	Ask a Lifeguard About Beach and Surf Conditions Before Swimming
	If You Are Unable to Swim Out of a Strong Current, Signal for Help
	Rely on Your Swimming Ability Rather Than a Flotation Device
	Look For, Read and Obey All Beach Safety Signs and Symbols
	If in Doubt, Just Stay Out!

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East Shore - Oahu Beaches