This massive beach park stretches along Oahu’s windward coast with designated camping areas set back from the beach in ironwood groves. County permits are required ($32 for 5 nights) but easy to get online. The beach itself runs for miles with consistent shore break and decent bodyboarding waves. Facilities include restrooms, outdoor showers, and covered pavilions. Gets busy with locals on weekends but quieter midweek.
Access is straightforward off Kalanianaole Highway, about 30 minutes from downtown Honolulu. The camping area has fire rings and picnic tables, plus decent cell coverage. Fresh water available at multiple spigots throughout the park. Popular with traveling surfers and island-hopping overlanders needing a legal overnight spot near the city.
Legal beachside camping on Oahu's windward shore
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | 41-741 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795 Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Waimanalo, HI |
| Miles from pavement | 0.1 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Full |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 50 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $32.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes |
| Stay limit (nights) | 5 nights |
| Best season | Year-round |
| Land manager | County |
| Permit required | Yes |
| Amenities | Cell signal, Drinking water, Fire ring, Picnic table, Showers, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |