Location: Haleiwa
Top Things to do in Haleiwa
What to do and see in Haleiwa, Hawaii (HI): The Best Beaches
Haleʻiwa is a North Shore community and census-designated place (CDP) in the Waialua District of the island of Oʻahu, City and County of Honolulu. Haleʻiwa is located on Waialua Bay, the mouth of Anahulu Stream (also known as Anahulu River). A small boat harbor is located here, and the shore of the bay is surrounded by Haleʻiwa Beach Park (north side) and Haleʻiwa Aliʻi Beach Park (south side). Further west from the center of town is Kaiaka State Recreation Area on Kiaka Point beside Kaiaka Bay. As of the 2010 census, the CDP had a population of 3,970. It is the largest commercial center on the North Shore of the island. Its old plantation town character is preserved in many of the buildings, making this a popular destination for tourists and residents alike, visiting surfing and diving sites along the north shore.
Restaurants in Haleiwa
1. Pupukea Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
This location is great for children to swim.
Reviewed By 896ricn
Pupukea tide pools to the left, Shark's Cove to the right. Pools are not deep, mostly walkable - but bring water shoes. Shallow, and barefoot can hurt. Can be hard to maneuver in Snorkel gear. Saw the prettiest little Snowflake eel here, about 18 inches, lots of endemic fish. Really a great spot for kids and little ones. Shark's Cove is to the right of the restrooms. Better depth here and therefore better to Snorkel, or dive. Fish were incredibly abundant: some massive schools of 500 (or so), Green Sea Turtles, eel, and a nice array of Parrot Fish. Visibility to about 60 feet. Visited Thanksgiving week and were told to select a day with little to no surf, as it can make swimming difficult, reduce visibility and possibility cause injury. Picked the right day apparently as it was absolutely fantastic... One of the best I've experienced in the Islands. Notes: go early to get a decent parking spot. The small lot fills up early, by 10am or so. Across the street are several eateries, and a market just next door.
2. Sunset Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 903 reviews
Reviewed By travelcentric103 - Los Angeles, United States
Sunset Beach is stunning and beautiful Spend a moment watching the surfers and drive on 5 minutes to Pipeline - all the beaches on the North shore well worth seeing
3. Laniakea Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,208 reviews
Reviewed By debregehr
We drove to this beach to see turtles that usually arrive around 11 am. The first time we went it was very cool temperatures and rain - there were two people watching for the turtles but told us most likely they would not come to shore due to the tempertures. We returned the next day and were not disappointed. Laniakea Beach has a small parking area which has you crossing a very busy road I would highly recommend going early and being patient if you want to see turtles.
4. Haleiwa Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 512 reviews
Reviewed By TWalsh82754
If you like to surf or body surf this is the place. This beach is we’re the Vans Triple Crown of surfing event is held in mid November. The waves and u see current are not for the faint of heart!
5. Haleiwa Alii Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By K2Y2 - Calgary, Canada
We drove up here 3 times to watch the surfers. Lucked out on Monday as several of the Pros competing in the Hawaiian PRO (starts Friday) were out! Brought our snorkel gear but a local suggested we didn’t as the water in the next bay was quite murky and had a lot of debris washed down from the rivers. We decided to watch the surfers instead! Got to the parking lot early (8:30am) and people we’re starting to park along the street. It will be busy with the Hawaiian Pro on but well worth the drive!
6. Pua`ena Point Beach Park
7. Lost Survivors Beach Camp
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By TH0we - Anchorage, United States
Yes, this is the site of the Survivor TV show filming, but the real reason to go is a guarantee to see sea turtles feeding in the surf or resting on the beach. Not great for swimming because of all the rocks and heavy surf but no crowds and good for walking or just hanging out. First left leaving Haleiwa, right after the bus stop.
8. Shark's Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By LilyGA
We stayed on the North Shore for three days and visited this place twice. Beautiful clear water with tons of fish...even saw an eel. Please wear water shoes as there are rocks you have to climb over to get into the water and there are sea urchins in the water as well. I have an elderly mother and she was still able to enjoy Shark's Cove. There are deeper waters for you to snorkel as well that actually has some coral at the bottom. Please be mindful not to step on them.
9. Chun's Reef Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By 932jennifers - Washington DC, United States
Kids took surfing lessons here with Sea to Board. It is a nice beach to watch surfing our hang out in the sand. Surf is rough, beware. But worth a stop.
