Best Oahu Beaches

Small sandy beach running along the base of the cliffs at Diamond Head
Generally not crowded on the beach
Park on the street and walk down the paved trail
Showers at the base of the trail on the beach, no rest rooms
This beach is very exposed and on windy days not the best bet but on a calm day it is the most secluded beach within minutes of Waikiki

Located a few minutes past the Halona Blow Hole
This is an extremely dangerous beach to swim at due to the waves crashing on the beach
Because the waves crash right next to shore it is very entertaining to watch experienced body surfers and boogie boarders ride these dangerous waves
Showers and rest rooms are available
Often the Wahoo's Fish Taco truck is in the parking lot selling great Mexican food
Be cautious and speak to a lifeguard before entering the water at this beach.
Plenty of parking.

Just past Hanauma Bay is this secluded tiny beach.
From the lookout you can watch as a lava tube sends water from waves high into the air
Parking can be difficult on weekends or holidays
A small beach is located just below the blow hole (to the right if you are looking at the ocean.)
This is the beach from the film "From Here to Eternity" and is commonly called eternity beach.
Be cautious when swimming at this beach when there is large surf, stay close to shore.
No rest rooms or showers at this beach.

During summer the water is generally calm but in winter months Waimea Bay is best know for huge surf
Parking is limited so make sure to get there early
Lifeguard on Duty
Showers and rest rooms available