Got the free bike rentals and took the trails all over. You can see quite a bit more on the bikes…read morethan on foot or by car. Good exercise to boot lol. Stopped at a lot of beach locations and even though we've been out here a lot, we saw beach areas around turtle bay we'd never seen before. Fun times, and free, so good for us Sabbath keepers!

Turtle Bay Beach was a nice beach to visit and relax after being in Waikiki. It wasnt too crowded…read moreand parking was easy to find. The walk to the beach was just a few mins and the water was perfect for a December afternoon. I would definitely come back and spend a little more time relaxing and probably take a walk to check out the resort as well.

This review is for day use in rec area and not camping. Stopped here on our day trip around the…read moreisland. This seems like a great place to be outside and enjoy a beach. It was a Thursday afternoon and it was not busy! Beautiful sandy beach and tons of shade and places to lay out or sit. The bathroom facilities was good. Honestly I can't stand the crowds so if I ever stay on Oahu over the other islands I'd probably pick this area to stay away from crowds of Honolulu and north shore area.

Beautiful large area for camping, swimming and outdoor activities. Lots of families come here to…read morehang out and party. Pack a lunch and have some great breezes and beautiful view of the bay. Super relaxing.

Like so many other beach spots Laie is very beautiful. Go here for small waves seclusion and shady…read moreareas. There are no services and there is no parking lot. We found produce and coffee stand across the road...my preference is for wcs parking and showers, but it is a neat stop/hike.

Love this beach Sand is soo soft…read more Water is warm and clear Family returned here after visiting other beaches because we all preferred it here over other more popular beaches The history of Laie, a beautiful town tucked away on the North Shore of Oahu This beach is known as "pounders" due to the waves

Beautiful cove on the Ritz Carlton Turtle Bay property!…read moreSeriously so family-friendly with the cabanas, pool chairs, outdoor showers, and walk ways. On a sunny day this beach is calm and enjoyable but keep in mind that if the weather is cold and windy, just be cautious as there is no lifeguard on duty. Sand is grainy and fun to track through the hotel, beach has lots of areas to explore both in and out of the water, and lots of room for the whole family versus the pool areas.

This place is a hidden gem so shhhhhh…read more... Did a Google search for great places to snorkel and found this place. When the waves are bigger this area is still calm and great for beginner snorkelers. The water is clear and calm. You can see some small fish while you swim. It is at the end of a resort but right now it's pretty empty due to COVID and the beach was pretty open for everyone to spread out. Worth a look while you are in the area.

On my first trip to Oahu I came to this beach before sunrise and spent an hour taking it in. I…read morecalled my wife on the mainland and told her I was never leaving. A year later I brought her here for the sunrise with me. We spent nearly 2 hours here, arriving before sunrise and just soaking in the awesomeness while the light and water constantly changed. This is a spectacular beach. Period. Get here before sunrise and stay a bit. Your life will be better for it.

Pretty cool bodyboarding beach for all the hopeful and established. With all the travelers stopping…read morethere, it's definitely a spot for most action. Have lunch or try you luck at the break or even take a bunch of footage, Pounders is a legitimatly fun spot with lots of things to keep you happy.

Got one word- awesome. The breath taking views. The sound of waves hitting the rocks. The early…read morebird chirping when you wake up! The best sunst ever, a unbeatable shine rise! There is so much stuff you will love just staying @ the house. Features includes: Deck has table for breakfast. The owner is very nice, and accomodating. They have a master bedroom that over sees the ocean. The house includes 4 rooms. Alot of beds. The owner have alot of towels, cards, board games, and even stuff to use on the ocean like boarding, snorkling equipments. New screens just got installed recently. Alot of public access beaches- around 5-10 mins of walking. Basically everything you need to stay on a home for several days! Just check out the pictures we took. Their all breath taking! No other words to describe this place. If iam given a chance to comeback ill stay longer:)

this house is truly a gem! it has 4 bedrooms which is good for a large family to stay when in…read morehawaii. the master bedroom is separate and has a full view of the ocean...no need to wake up early and go walk just to see the sunrise because you can just watch it from the bedroom itself! it has a gorgeous view of the beach. you can relax and eat at the house deck while doing the ff: listening to the sound of the waves, enjoying the sea breeze and of course, seeing the beautiful ocean scenery. you dont have to pay for an ocean adventure using an agency because the house is near the beach (5 minute walk only) and has everything you need for a beach day. they have complete set of beach stuff to use (snorkel gear, boogie boards, beach mats, beach chair, umbrella, kiddie water toys). the owner is very kind and thoughtful. when there is something you need help with, he responds quickly to tend to the issue and is also very accommodating. overall, this house deserves a 5 star! i would stay here again when i come back and definitely recommend it to everyone!

This review is for Malaekahana State Park Campground. It's quiet and feels somewhat secluded. You…read moredo need a reservation to camp overnight. Note: the gate closes at 6:45pm, so you'll need to plan accordingly. There are some spaces you may be able to park right outside the gate, but I don't think they're considered official parking spots. Double check signs! There are some large sinks throughout the campgrounds which allow for washing dishes, fruits, and vegetables. It's also a great place to freshen up for the day. The bathrooms were clean for a beach bathroom and there are some showers inside the bathroom space as well. The water is cold! The bathroom was pretty well stocked with toilet paper, though it can get low later at night. Bring extra toilet paper just in case. There was no hand soap. The beach was beautiful! It is covered in reef, so it's not a great swimming spot. Perhaps when the tide is high you may be able to go out--but be extremely careful of our precious coral reefs. Great space for lounging on the beach! As always, remember to pack out what you pack in (and grab some plastic from the beach too!).

Looking for a affordable weekend with the family? Look no further. If you are a kamaaina, you can…read morestay in the small Hale that sleeps 4 for $50 a night! It's roughing it but I survived a two night stay and so can you! The Plantation Hale comes with nothing. You basically have a place to sleep. No amenities. There is an outdoor shower (cold water only) and toilet (byoTP- toilet paper) both shared with others. Each Hale comes with a fire pit which is super cool! We like Hale 1, 2 , and 3 because it is ocean front. Bring everything you need as if you were tent camping (grill, sleeping bags, coolers, etc.). If roughing it is not your jam no worries. They have plantation suites which have indoor toilets! If you don't mind roughing it there are also tent only areas which is very affordable. The best thing about staying here is that the bay is awesome! My kids loved it so much we are going back again in a few weeks.

Great park with a large field, relatively clean park bathroom, and lots of parking on the street…read more The lawn is well taken care of.

Beautiful views, beautiful locations, and pretty much everything you want to see in Hawaii. It's…read moreright off the road, so you'll probably come across this place no matter what. So, stop by and take a break and visit this place. it seems like a lot of the locals come here, so that pretty much tells you something right there. Give it a shot!