Waimea Beach  | Hawaii |  | Honolulu County |  |
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Address 63-031 Kamehameha Highway Haleiwa, HI 96712 |
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Pass Haleiwa town and go 5 miles heading North on Kamehameha Highway. Waiema Bay is on the left.
Description:
Heading North after Haleiwa town you’ll come around the bend in the road and see the beautiful turquoise water of Waimea Bay. The shoreline of Waimea Bay is a broad white sand beach approximately 1,500 feet long and 150 feet wide. The width of the beach varies seasonally. Sand moves to the east end during the winter and to the west end during the summer. During the summer it is an ideal place for sunbathing, picnicking, swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.
There is 30-foot rock off the shoreline that local thrill seekers dive from. The calm water and serene beach are transformed each winter when high surf arrives. The rock can no longer be seen when waves as tall as 30 feet crash to the shore. In addition, high surf produces a powerful, pounding shore break that itself may reach heights of ten feet or greater. The high surf season normally occurs during the winter months, approximately October to February. This can prove dangerous for even the experienced ocean swimmer. Visitors are highly recommended to read warning signs on the beach and be cautious around the waterline. Listen to surf reports on the radio before approaching beaches known for turbulent waters. Even the best surfers in the world check with lifeguards before entering these areas. Local residents have a saying, when in doubt, just stay out.
Waimea Bay is also a popular spot for photographers. They capture the skill and boldness of world renowned professional surfers. The summer, from May to September brings tranquility back to the North Shore again with gentle waves lapping the shoreline. Whether it ’s just stopping by to watch the surfers and the winter waves or spending the entire day playing in the surf and the sand of summer, Waimea Bay Beach Park is a spectacular place to visit.
Written By: Kate Sommers
Photo Credit: Tomoya Hayakawa
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Picnic Area
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Picnic Tables
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Sandy Beach
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Shady Areas
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Snorkeling
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Surfing
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Swimming Areas
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Restrooms
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