Too bad too many people come here now. Loud music no consideration for anyone. Horrible place on the weekend. Don't bother transplants from everywhere from this side now making this place less Desirable. Can't wait to see Monday when the place is trashed....as usual. Bottom line avoid weekends unless you want to have someone set up a tent next to you and force you out and blast some music that's too loud for any speaker system. read more

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Beautiful, not so crowded military beach. Public Access. Take swim shoes to avoid cuts and breaks to the toes. read more

There were a lot of tents along the road leading up to the beach; I assume some of the homeless had created a small tent city or families were camping. The beach itself was serene. The waves crashed calmly against the shore line and the sun was slowly dipping below the horizon. There were a few families on the beach but, it was not crowded, adding to the peaceful atmosphere. Gazebos with picnic tables line the grassy area just 50 meters from the sand however, they are solely for military use/reservation. Other than the tents lining the road, it was just another uneventful day at the beach! ‍ read more

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This park is so cool. Away from most of the crowd (park does get crowded but not overcrowded) There are 3 pavillions but they are reserved for the military. Even without the pavillions this park is a cool alternative. ( no homeless that I could see) Lots of parking...public bathrooms...place to swim with showers..beautiful views...like most beaches in our paradise home its awesome!! Lucky we live Here in Hawaii read more

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I love going around the island and visiting different beaches and I always end up comping back to this one beach. My favorite! Dog friendly but a little rough waters and there sometimes isn't much laying area during high tide so be sure to check before heading out! Ample street parking but fills up fast on holidays and weekends. Family kids and dog friendly! read more

Nimitz Beach - Beaches Near Me - Kalaeloa, Hawaii

We originally wanted to go to the beach houses but we soon found out that no pets were allowed. I was so sad!!! But luckily, Nimitz Beach was a few minutes away. There's plenty parking!! We were so lucky!! I was sad to see the amount of trash near the road and grassy areas. I mean the trash can is a few feet away. Anyways, the beach itself is beautiful. It's a great view of Honolulu. Our "neighbors" were helpful too. We forgot our hammer to put our stakes in, but thankfully a man let us borrow a hammer. There's a reef barrier near shore and I liked it. It was a safe area for children and dogs to play in :) My dogs LOVED it! I heard that there's a shower there, but we didn't see and there's no bathroom in sight. I would suggest to plan ahead if you'd like to come to this... or else there's Tamura's down the road :) read more

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Growing up mostly on the West side (Ewa Beach & Kapolei) this was our go-to beach. I can't remember how long Kalaeloa, formerly known as Barbers Point, has been open to the public but pretty much since after that point we've been regulars. I am not even a beach/ocean lover but for the sake of the rest of my family I will visit. I'm a total beach bum type to just sprawl out on the sand, shades on and just play dead. That's why I prefer this beach to many others. It's not crowded or loud. Around the bushes it can be a mess with rubbish or lord knows what else... but for the most part, the sand and ocean is clean as can be I guess. Every now and then there will be lifeguards riding around on quads, checking on the perimeter. Makes me feel safe that someone's looking out periodically. Certain parts around the shore line there will be some tide pools to check out a tiny bit of shallow marine life. For the most part the waters aren't crazy rough, but never under estimate the ocean... The area that we set up tent is right after the "camping grounds" following the tall trees. There isn't really parking so you just find a spot on the side of the road and you're good. As long as we've been going, we've never gotten cited but still, I would park at your own risk. A little further down the road there is a beach park. I've attended a few parties there so I know you're able to have a bounce house and BBQ. I have never hosted so I would have no idea how to go about doing so. I've also heard there are cabins available to rent but again, no knowledge about that I can share... If you're on the West side and looking for a beach to chill out at, I definitely recommend having a beach day here. Be prepared and bring lots of snacks, drinks and shade. It is the West side, more known for being hot and dry! The nearest store would probably be Tamura's but still it's a bit aways so just stock up well to avoid beach bum interruptions. read more

Nimitz Beach - Beaches Near Me - Kalaeloa, Hawaii

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This is my favorite beach to go to on the island. I have lived here for seven years now and I find myself going to this beach all of the time! The sunsets are breathtaking and my favorite part is that there is plenty of room and people are not on top of each other on the beach. The waves can be high, so I recommend that you enter the water with caution, especially if you are not that good of a swimmer. It is a great place to watch the sunset and the moonrise. I encourage you to check it out at least once. read more

It is so totally and completely worth the drive out here, and I can say without any hyperbole that it is nothing like any other beach I've been to before. What initially may not look like much is actually its charm and what makes Nimitz so special. There's a nice strip of sand that's just enough for yours truly to walk up and down without being too exhausted. The sand is super fine, soft, and perfect to walk on, sit, or lay out. The air is sweet and clean and refreshing. And, as other Yelpers will attest to, the sunsets are absolutely picturesque. The best things of all, thanks to Yelp's inept directions, is its desolation is quite serene and calming (as it should be). So maybe I should be thanking Yelp? Nah. So be warned: find directions here elsewhere or be prepared to venture to parts of Hawaii that no one should or want to ever visit. read more

Nimitz Beach - Beaches Near Me - Kalaeloa, Hawaii

First time I came here was in the early 70s. The park area is much different today. The grass was much greener then because it was part of Naval Air Station, Barber's Point. It was a nice beach then accessible to military service men and their families. When the base was closed under the Reagan Administration the existence of this beach disappeared lost in the annals of history. Then, a map was found that talked of beach where monk seals are known to appear. Spear fishing is good. Sometimes, if you go far enough, deep enough, you may get slipper lobsters. More abundant before, so few now. As the knowledge of this beach became more known, it is happily frequented by families for special occasions. I was recently there for a birthday party and a baptismal. I will be attending another birthday party soon. The tide pools and soft sand make this beach wonderful to visit and can afford gorgeous sunsets during the right time of the year. Great to bring your dog here. One restroom facility does exist in the park area. Many times it is clean but there are those times where I don't want to step in. This is a beach after all. There are no life guards here. It is still patrolled and enforced by the military because of the Coast Guard Air Base still actively present next to the beach. Be careful, be safe, don't psst them off. If you do, it could be a federal offense. read more

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What a GEM!!! My husband and I stumbled upon this beach after a very vague description from a co-worker. This is minutes away from where we live. I'm almost afraid to yelp about this "secret spot," since I do not want a multitude of humanity converging on my piece of heaven. But something this wonderful must be shared. All along Coral Beach Road (past White Plains Beach & across from Coast Guard Barber's Point Station) exists a long strip of beach - fairly untouched and only populated by the few who know about it. Parking is alongside the road and the beach only a stone's throw away. Tidepools are abundant in this area and it is not unusual to see a monk seal basking in the sun (as we did on the first day we discovered this place). At the end of Coral Beach Road there is a fenced in area that provides picnic shelters and such. Parking is available and appears to be safe...but you never know. This area at the end of Coral Road is aka Nimitz Cove. The beach is beautiful!!! If you are looking for a place to chill with your family or just with your significant other - this is the place to be. Also, this is a perfect spot to enjoy the sun setting without the hassle of trying to find parking. Be wary though, I wouldn't want to be caught in this area too late in the evening - it's pretty isolated. read more

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I attended a get together over the past weekend & the restrooms/showers are NOT fit for anyone to use! The toilet area is "gross" there was 2 little girls that had to change their clothes 1 said to the grandmother it's "dirty" grand! And the showers outside I have NO idea what they where "weeding" put they just left it right where they weeded it by the shower ground where YOU have to step on to rinse off! Yuke yuku yikey The supplies I bring along with ME to any outings helped ME ~ this is what I bring: Toilet seat covers, Clorox, Alcohol, Wipes, a tension rod (in case there's NO doors on the stalls), Puppy pads to lay on the floor & Pine-O to spray on the surfaces & of course my own rubbish bag to put all those things in...... My son went to use the restroom I told him to take the "care package" I packed 4 the facilities - he said MOM I only have to stand but he did take wipes...............Pack your own bags of goodies to stay clean B prepared! Ghost54 read more

It's a pretty good beach but can be hard to find at first. There aren't that many people who come here except maybe for picnics and gatherings. You also get a great view of Diamond Head, Waikiki, and Downtown Honolulu in the far distance on a clear sunny day. Nimitz Beach is definitely another of those hidden treasures on Oahu. read more

What can I say about this beach? A hidden...TREASURE! I came here to celebrate my family reunion and I was impressed. What I liked: Directions- very easy to find Parking- tons of parking. Don't have to worry about going early to find parking. Open to the public-anybody can come here. No need to have military ID unless you want to rent open pavillions. Pavillion- very spacious and large covering. Lots of nice picnic tables. Near beach access. Beach- the ocean was cool and refreshing. Beautiful water and ocean waves...perfect for boogy boarding and surfing. A little rough, especially as the day went on. Must supervise children ... no lifeguard on duty. -the sand was soft, smooth and silky. -there are tide pools. We saw ama'ama crabs, pipi'i sea snails and I also saw a large sea snail ( the size of my palm- what a GEM!) I'm looking forward to visiting this BEAUTIFUL beach very soon. Go check it out, too! read more

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Nice beach to visit, possible camp or fish overnight. Intermittent swimming areas between reef, sand is clean. Appears to be a popular fishing spot. read more

If you are a veteran and find yourself in Hawaii... I highly recommend Barbers Point in Oahu. Very quiet and peaceful. These 1-2 bedroom cabins have everything you'll need for a great family get away. read more

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Nimitz Beach is accessible for surfing, lounging, picnicking and strolling. At the beginning of this year's (March 2020) pandemic HPD was ticketing surfers parked by the road. Now they'll stroll the beach occasionally or have a post setup further down the road (back to town) checking for beach drinkers in the afternoons or early evenings. ‍ The campsite area has been cleaned up and has regular trash removal. Please pack your trash or place in the available garbage cans. There are port-a-potties throughout the camp area and a shower tucked in there to for washing sand off bodies and boards. Any houseless in the area further down the beach. I personally love lounging here when White Plains is overcrowded. read more

Nimitz Beach - Beaches Near Me - Kalaeloa, Hawaii

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If you want a chill bbq spot and a nice fishing spot here's one to definitely check out! Super chill and laid back next to the military airport. I see a lot of people out here with poles and tents so it looks like a good weekend family shindig spot. I'd definitely plan something again soon. read more

Again....This is about 15-20 Minutes away from my home! There is a lot of Parking, but I'd suggest keep your car within "seeing" distance. This is White Sand, and there is Plenty of room for anyone! I like to go here beause of again The Location, and you can see the sun set!!!! Beautiful.... This place is good if you just wanna gather your thoughts, walk along the shore, eat your plate lunch, or even take your family!! read more

Nimitz Beach - Ahhhh.......Beautiful!!! I Love Watching Sunsets!!! - Beaches Near Me - Kalaeloa, Hawaii

My favorite beach ever. I have been coming here since I was a little girl (I am now 28). Lots of beautiful memories here. I love that there are ponds that the keiki can play in. Parking has become much much better overtime since they have now cut down the trees to make more space. I love that now you can come down here and sit in your car to admire the view if you ever wanna stop by for a moment. Haven't been here on a weekend for a while. Before, it use to get pretty packed which sucks because I remember once upon a time this beach wouldn't have much people. read more

Attended a b-day party here at Pavillion #1817. The pavilions can be rented through MWR (military). It was a fantastic party for the kids here. The part of Nimitz Beach where this pavilion is located was great (end of Coral Sea rd) . Not crowded and a huge parking lot (we could see our cars from the pavilion too so they were safe). The water was great for little ones too. read more

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Could clean up this place with the homeless & druggies. Things have changed a lot, but because me & my family love to camp we come here anyways for the kids to enjoy & have fun. Please clean up this beach, it was nice once upon a time We always have a blast, we make slides and all for the adults & kids. Ps. I suggest go more down to bafe if you go inside the camp site it gets creepy with all the ice heads lol. But "Ahhh" whatever it don't bother me but if you can't defend yourself please go else where lol. People Eyes is ready for pop out their socket!!! read more

This beach was really beautiful. Took my three boys and spent the day laying in the sun. We had our area to ourselves all day. Hard to find spots to swim as it's pretty rocking towards the shore line but we managed to find a little spot and the kids loved boogie boarding. A few homeless tents up but that doesn't bother me. We parked closer to the camping area just to have more privacy on the actual beach. Will definitely be visiting again:) read more

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This is my go to beach. It is right near my home and it is the perfect location! I run here, I bike here, I drive here - It doesn't matter how I get here: I just make sure to get here! Parking is easy along the street, I've never once had a hard time finding parking. This location is perfect because it is never very crowded and it always has a light breeze. We just love this beach... So much I thought about posting a bad review to encourage people not to come here and keep it not crowded! (I kid, I kid! Geez!) Many times we have come here and seen monk seals laying on the beach or frolicking in the water! This beach is definitely a winner in my book! read more

My all time favorite beach! I live in town and usually go to Ala Moana Beach because it's close and right in town. However, if you don't get there before 11:00am on a Saturday or Sunday, forget about it! You won't be able to find any parking! This is when I make the drive to Nimitz Beach. There is always plenty of parking along the road, not as crowded as White Plains Beach, and always has a nice breeze to keep you cool. Also, I love the tide pools that they have there, as sometimes it can be a little too rocky to get in the ocean, so I'll walk over to the tide pools to just sit and get cooled down. Nearly perfect beach all around! read more

Absolutely great beach! There's never too many people and it's a perfect beach to simply just relax. Even on weekends you can smell families and friends barbecuing and having fun. We brought an umbrella, some drinks, chairs, and enjoyed our Sunday afternoon. read more

Nimitz Beach - Wife on her pineapple float lol - Beaches Near Me - Kalaeloa, Hawaii

I love this place! Been here several times with my son since he was 14 months. Place is clean and it doesn't have that fake-gross residue like some town beaches have. It leaves that salty "real beach" feel. Down side is there's no near by public shower or bathroom that's within walking distance-you'd have to drive to Whiteplains next door. There's a lil' reef area that prevents the waves from breaking on shore, but it has a few pool areas which is ideal for the young ones. Also, there's sometimes fishermen there but they fish past the reef. read more

Nimitz Beach - Great place for the family! - Beaches Near Me - Kalaeloa, Hawaii

Absolutely LOVE this beach! I recently came here with friends during a late night hang out sesh, and it just blew me away at how beautiful and perfect this spot is at night! I really don't want to Yelp about this place, because it's NOT a popular, congested beach like most beaches on the island, & the solitude is heavenly! But I will Yelp for Yelp sake. (: Nimitz Beach - It's not really a "swimming" beach, but more so a sit on the sand and enjoy the beach in solitude kind of beach. I mostly come here at night when there's practically no one here, because the stars look beautiful out here at night. And with the rolling waves and the peacefulness that encompass me while I star gaze, it's such a relaxing and completely soothing experience. The beach's sand is soft, and the water is really dark out here (even close to the shore), so I'm assuming it's rather deep. But then again, I mostly come here during the late evenings, so I could be mistaken. But like I said, this beach is more for people looking for tranquility versus those looking to partake in any ocean related activity. I give this beach a five star rating, because it is "as good as it gets." read more

Small secluded beach found off of Coral Sea Rd in Kapolei. Actually a pretty decent surf spot if winds are variable and you have a south swell. Nice sandy shore to relax and chill. However the ocean floor is rocky so unless you are wading not a good place to swim. Currently Kai Sallas surf school will operate their on the weekday so it can get crowded with beginner surf students. Homeless have have now set up near the area, but usually do not bother. Also their are no restrooms or showers. read more

Just got a ticket from Police for going to Nimitz Cove. Parking lot is closed, has been forever due to Covid, but parking across the street and walking thru military/JBPH path at end of road was usually ok. Not today. read more

Not impressed. Compared to others it had some decent views. It was packed. No snorkeling or surfing.

This used to be my favorite beach to fish and take my dogs walking. Drove by today and just trashed out. Abandoned cars, people living on the bushes, cronicsville. Kind of like Haubush now. Oh well state or C & C no care cause it's not a townie spot. read more

Sometimes I'm just looking for a place to eat my plate lunch and I want to see the ocean but I don't want to leave my car. I know contradictory but true. Nimitz beach is one of those spots. I usually make the left turn and head to White Plains but one day I wondered what was at the end of the road and kept going till I found people parked on the side of the road playing and having fun. Nimitz is a great beach. lots of space and hardly anyone there. I think the lack of bathrooms may be the only drawback but don't make like you didn't pee in the ocean the last time you went swimming. I haven't tried to surf here yet but that most likely won't happen (I'd rather take my chances in town but if I'm here I'd rather surf White Plains). A Foodland poke bowl would be an ideal pick up before your arrival here. I can just picture it now! read more

Nice for the family or fishing (by the rocks). There are pavilions there for parties but you must rent these from the Navy MWR on Pearl Harbor (Active Duty, Retirees or DoD Employees only) read more

This beach is off the campgrounds down from White Plains. Surfing here is more fun for me because it is way less crowded and the waves are a little farther apart. The close showers are always broken and parking is pretty much "find a place that looks like you can park it in the dirt" but I prefer this place to White Plains on most days. There are bathrooms and there is a shower head that kinda works on that building. No lifeguard. read more

This place is amazing but 2 things. Sharp rocks before u get to the water. Glass everywhere.

This beach is pretty good for beginning surfers. The smaller waves are on the inside but the bigger stronger waves are further out. I like it because its just a 5 minute drive from my house. It mainly catches south swells during the summer months. The wind may be a challenge at times. read more

Perfect beach for the family with great parking. Come for the sunset!

I was a lifeguard stationed on Nimitz Beach in 1946 and 1947 when it was a Naval instillation. Also played football on the Barbers Point football team in 1947. Great Beach and duty, lots of fond memories. read more

Super happy we found out about this beach! So close to our house & we've been going to White Plains. We had a great time finding little creatures on the beach, as well as lots of shells & some sea glass. It was clean & the kids had a great time. read more