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4.7 (80 reviews)

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Heather V.

Drove up here from Honolulu today. It's an hour drive. Lots of beach once you are within about 15 minutes of Yokohama Bay. You drive to till you hit the road closure and park alongside the road. You can walk up to Yokohama Bay and check out some tide pools. Not lots of life but it's beautiful. Very big waves, strong tides and rocks kept us up on the sand but the view is fabulous. It's quite deserted. We've only seen an occasional person or two. The water is clear but a bit colder than the west side of the island. If you are looking to swim, this isn't the place but if you want to walk, see some beautiful scenery and sit on the sand, this is your spot.

Nika C.

peaceful and amazing place with no people. like the harmony of mountains and the ocean

Doggie beach day!
Jo C.

Yokohama Bay aka "Yokes" by locals is a gorgeous beach way on the west side of Oahu. You cant miss it because you just stay on Farrington Hwy past Nanakuli, Maile, Waianae, Makaha all the way till the very end of the road and you'll end up there. Locals love this beach because it's not crowded and when the swells are up it's a good place to body board and surf. ***NOTE this beach is NOT a place to swim or surf unless you are proficient. I would not recommend this for beginners because of the strong undercurrent and powerful surf at times. Although there is a lifeguard on duty be cautious and read any warning signs if they're up for strong undercurrents and high surf. There is a bathroom at this beach and plenty of parking. Be smart and dont bring valuables and be considerate of others respect the beauty of the area. I may not recommend this to tourists because it's quite a far drive from town approx 1.5 hours but if you have the time it's a gorgeous beach to see and the sunsets here are amazing!

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Kevin P.

What a beautiful beach. If you want to get away from the crowded of Waikiki Beach to a secluded beach and maybe with a few locals. I highly recommend taking this hour and 15 minutes drive to Yokohama Bay. You won't be disappointed and don't be disencourage on the drive up. Because you will see a lot of homeless and a lot of abandon cars. Just keep on driving until the road ends. Your reward will be a 2 mile stretch of nice white sand and beautiful crystal clear pool water to yourselves. This was our favorite beach on Oahu Make sure you bring a lot of sunblock because there is no shade at this beach and no restroom and shower. One of our highlights of the trip. ( Quick Note: I recommend leaving very early. We started our journey at 6:30 am)

The last dip before the bay and trail.
Mike V.

I had 3rd dip for quite a bit of the morning and over by The Zone had some tasty ones. Super positive experience and uplifting. Total safety in solitude.

Cheyenne G.

Worth the 45min drive from Waikiki! This beach is nussled right at the end of the island. It was absolutely beautiful and not a lot of crowds! The surf was absolutely insane and lots a waves to play in. The sand was insanely fine and the water so blue. A must see beach in Oahu!

Jon P.

So many people congregate on Waikiki Beach to watch the sunset each day... they simply do not know the stunning beauty that they are missing! The craggy beach here is a somewhat hidden gem on Oahu - certainly one of the Island's best spots to visit and far enough away from the hustle and bustle of Honolulu that you feel a bit off the grid and can truly revel in the natural beauty. With stunning mountains and valleys on one side and the endless blue of the ocean on the other, this isn't just a great way to finish the day - it's a breathtaking location that can't be missed!

lots of stars at night
Mark Y.

Fantastic beach all the way at the end of the road going west. I used to come here to bodyboard once in awhile back in the day when there was a good swell. Nowadays I just make the occasional trip when I have friends visiting from out of town and they want to go to a beach that's away from the toursity spots. It's a long sandy beach surrounded by mountains, very idyllic setting. It can get crowded on weekends but the beach is so big, you still feel like there's hardly anyone there. This side of the island will get many of the surf swells so it's fairly consistent. West/northwest swells as well as big south swell wrap arounds. When the waves are calm, it's a great place to snorkel with a lot of sea life to look at. Last night, A friend wanted me to take a picture for her to hang up in her living room so I came to take some pictures of the night sky and hopefully get some good milky way shots. This end of the island is in one of the darker zones of Oahu so you can see more of the stars in the sky. Unfortunately the moon was a bit too bright and the clouds didn't really cooperate. I'll have to try again next month when there's a new moon.

Nelson Q.

YELP 365 CHALLENGE 2014-(150/365) "Surf Session at Yokes" Situated WAAAAY at the end of Waianae and the beginning of Kaena Point, Yokohama Bay(properly known as Keawa'ula Bay), or "Yoke's" as the locals would call it is a beautiful stretch of sand, sea, and mountains that depending on the time of year offers killer waves, great fishing/diving/snorkeling, and makes for a great day out with family and friends. When its flat, the snorkeling conditions are beautiful and you can also relax by the tide pools along the rocks. When the surf is pumping, be very careful of the strong currents, mean backwash, and most of all, do not drop in on anybody's wave! Remember folks, this ain't Waikiki! Respect the locals, and when in doubt, DO NOT paddle out! Not sure if people still camp or do overnight fishing trips here during the summer, but if you do so, mosquito repellent is also a must! I learned the hard way when I was a kid and got eaten alive, I'm talking hundreds of bites on my arms and legs, luckily not on my face!?!? Other things to think about: Food: Pack a lunch, drinks and snacks before coming here, remember, you're pretty far out there, even from Ko'Olina...don't leave a mess, pick up after yourselves Sunscreen/Sun Protection: It gets HOT here, sand included, no trees, shaded areas. Bring an umbrella/tent to avoid the direct UV rays....STAY HYDRATED! Toiletries/First Aid Kit: Not to sure about the upkeep from the City and County regarding the public restrooms there, but just come prepared for minor injuries, or when nature calls. ALOHA!!! Shaka Meter: \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ \uuu/ 5 Pristine waters, beautiful mountains, and no buildings....take the drive

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Ronald M.

Pretty secluded. If you're staying around ko'olina then it's only about 30-45 minutes away depending on stoplights and traffic. Some people drive really slow and I'm not use to it. If you don't like big crowds come and chill here for the day. The waves do get big at times so be careful. Even though we were at the stop of the little sand hill the water was able to reach the top of there sometimes so we needed to move back a little.

Joseph M.

An amazing beach but it's a long drive if you're in Honolulu. The drive can be 75 minutes and depending on traffic could take longer. The beach is on the Waianae side of Ka'ena Point. Some may see dolphins when they snorkel but usually people would get there between 7-9 am. The beach is huge, there's a bathroom with outdoor showers to wash the sand off of you. Always can bring spike ball, volleyball, frisbee and other beach fun activities. The green mountains in the background and the blue ocean has tons of picturesque locations. The water is usually clear and you can see fishes and other marine organisms

Ben H.

If you don't like great sand with very minimal rocks and great picturesque views of the mountain range, then you will hate this beach. This beach has it ALL. What ever you are looking for I can guarantee it's here. Took the hour and some change drive up (my daughter hated how long the drive was but once we got there she did not want to leave) and was not disappointed in the slightest. We went on a windy day so the waves were great and had a little area for the kids to enjoy also. Parking is across from the beach on the road its self and once you cross the street you are welcomed with perfect white sand. Tracking over the sand, you will eventually come to the beach area. It was pretty empty when I came, maybe a couple or two. I can't comment on the restrooms as this beach has a lot of negative reviews here, my review is strictly about the beach itself. Hope to see some of you out here soon.

Alex D.

Wow. Don't need to say anything:) just get here and enjoy your time in paradise! I guess yelp wants me to say more so it counts as a review but WOW that's all I can say:)

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Great place - best in weekdays to be honest. There are some hidden gems inside the park area.

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Pokai Bay Beach Park - Sunset.

Pokai Bay Beach Park

4.2(70 reviews)
7.9 mi

Pokai Bay Beach Park is a nice little local park without a lot of tourists and a perfect place to…read morehobnob with locals. The beach is protected by a sea walk, so the water is a bit calmer than other beaches making it perfect for small children. The park has restrooms (although, they need some attention) and a small playground. My granddaughter spent a good hour playing on the playground. A lot of picnic tables are scattered throughout the park. Signs request no feeding of ferrel animals in the park. The highlight of the park for me is the presence of Ku'ilioloa Heiau historical Hawaiian ruins, which are protected within the park. The temple ruins are on a small peninsula at the center of the park. The ruins are maintained by the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation. Fishing is a popular pastime in the park. Fishermen perch themselves on the seawall or on the volcanic rocks below the point to fish. The beach area is lovely with the mountains in the background and ocean in front. The park is a perfect place to watch the sunset. There is plenty of free parking at the entrance of the park.

Nice little beach park with amazing 360-view. If you can't find parking at Ko Olina to enjoy the…read morebeaches at the resorts, this beach is about 8 miles more north, but it is worth the drive. The waters at this beach is a bit calm due to the sea walk. There are bathrooms here, but it isn't the nicest (typical public restrooms). If you walk just a few minutes away from the beach towards higher ground toward the cliffs, you get an amazing view of the surrounding mountains. There are plenty of trees for shade and a grass to set up tents and BBQ. There are some homeless? by the parking lot, so always be careful about locking up your cars. The people who come are a mix of mainly locals and tourist. I went during the day, mid afternoon, and felt very safe. There were plenty of parking. Everyone was just enjoying themselves.

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Pu'u'ohulu Kai - City night view

Pu'u'ohulu Kai

4.7(153 reviews)
7.4 mi

Very cool hike. Unexpected difficult hike I would guess 2 miles round trip with some steep…read moreclimbing. I wouldn't bring kids unless they experienced hikers and no small dogs. But very rewarding hike with a beautiful 360 view at the top. Bring extra water and snacks and can have a nice picnic at the top.

This west side Pink Pillbox Trail isn't as famous as the east side's Lanikai Pillbox Trail, but…read moreit's only about a 15-minute drive from Aulani and way less crowded -- definitely a nice bonus. Just set your GPS to Puʻu O Hulu (Pink Pillbox) Trailhead, and you'll find plenty of street parking along that stretch. Still, I'd recommend parking closer to the entrance for safety because we noticed broken glass scattered on the ground further down the road, probably from past break-ins. We actually parked once, saw the glass right by our car, and quickly moved closer to the entrance instead. Right after we parked, it started raining. The forecast said it would last about 30 minutes, so we just waited it out in the car before starting our hike. The trailhead is right between a yellow "Falling Rocks" warning sign and a white "Speed Limit 25" sign on a utility pole. The hike starts with a steep incline, but overall it's not too hard and just a bit narrow at parts. There are three pillboxes total. It took us around 30 minutes to reach the first one at a relaxed pace, stopping for photos along the way. The first pillbox is painted in blue graffiti inside, and from there you can continue up to the famous pink one. When we got to the pink pillbox, there were surprisingly tons of flies swarming around the entrance for some reason, so we didn't stay too close. The wind was really strong up there -- strong enough that I had trouble keeping my balance! It looked like reaching the third pillbox would require climbing over quite a few rocks, so we decided to turn back instead. On the drive back, we passed Ulehawa Beach Park, where we saw a whole row of homeless encampments right by the ocean -- literally parked and camped along the beachfront. We even saw a few people running across the road and one guy riding his motorcycle the wrong way, yelling at drivers passing by. If that's a regular thing, really sad to see this.

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Mauna Lahilahi

Mauna Lahilahi

4.6(23 reviews)
6.2 mi

Now this was a fun and short hike! The older I get and the older age of the guests I take on hikes,…read morethe more interested I am in completing hikes that get straight to the point - the view! This hike falls in that category. Make your way to Makaha and park on a neighborhood street. Please be respectful of where and how you park to show respect to the locals living in the area. Please ensure to not leave any trash and if you see any, please pick it up and dispose of it properly. It's just a short 3-minute walk to the base of the little hike. I believe it took us 15-20 minutes to make it to the top. I felt comfortable enough to allow my 5 year old daughter hike on her own with my supervision. There were a couple challenging spots, but as long as you push through, you should be good. The view from the stop is absolutely stunning. Since the hike is on the makai side, you can capture a full 360 view around. P.S. Waianae/Makaha is synonymous with choke homeless people and Hawaiians. Please plan appropriately.

SUPER short hike, but really breathtaking views! Came with a friend, and we hiked up about half the…read moremountain. She decided not to do the bit of "rock climbing" involved, and stayed behind with my dog. Still a very worthwhile view for just 10 minutes of work (or less). I went on, and while the rock climbing was very short, it is not for everyone. It is not extremely clear how to climb it (for someone without a lot of rock climbing experience aka me), but if you were to fall, the probably of it being fatal seems low. Gorgeous views to your left and right when you get to the top. Skip the "right fork". Just a little beach walk. We were done with both sides in less than an hour.

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Mermaid Caves

Mermaid Caves

4.1(16 reviews)
13.7 mi

Very interesting- and scary. You have to climb down into the cave .a d you get into the water and…read moreswim your way out.. dangerous as f.... Don't ever go alone and make sure you have help getting out.. you better be a strong simmer.. this is not a joke and not for beginners.. there were people to help me out of the water . My first time - I did it and don't need to go back... it's not a bright idea and dangerous as can be.. just look with your eyes.. don't do it .

Mermaid Caves is almost a secret place hidden in the middle of nowhere, right in front of a private…read moreproperty. I did the research before I go and even my friend who live in Hawaii never come to this cave. You have to find the entrance that is not noticeable. Luckily my friends and I met some local and they point it out for us. The hole to get down is very small and when I got there the water had coming up if you get there in the morning it should be better, and we can go deeper to the cave but in the afternoon, it is too dangerous to deal with the wave. Even that inside the cave is very beautiful with reflection of the sun and water to the ceiling of the cave. WARNING! you shouldn't go alone. It must be group of friends to go together for a safety purpose unless you can't clam up and someone can help you. Since I try to visit a site of nature, it is something need to be considered, some place and be dangerous and must have company to go with.

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# g r a t e f u l Bruce hensley (Ohana Family ) Beach clean-up

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