Makaha Beach ParkPopular west side surf spot
84-369 Farrington Highway
Waianae, HI
96792
Neighborhood: Honolulu, Island of O'ahu - Leeward Oahu
Nearest Train: Bus #403Phone: +1 808 692 5582
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With swells that get as large as 30 feet during the winter months, this beach is a well-known surf spot. Beginning surfers and boogie boarders are discouraged from testing the surf when the waves are high; swimming is unheard-of. Swimmers and boogie boarders should visit during the summer and always be careful of riptides, undertow and unexpected high surf. The area has quite an interesting history. In days gone by, a gang of marauding outlaws hid out in the Makaha valley, wreaking havoc on the unlucky locals and visitors. Of course the outlaws have long since disappeared, but the name, which means "fierce", stuck.NYC Best Hotel Deals: 50% Savings In New York! Experience New York At It's Finest!JustClickLocal.comAlaska – it’s HOT! Get a FREE Official Alaska Travel Guide today.TravelAlaska.comFour Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara: Stay two nights, and receive the 3rd night FREE! www.SantaBarbaraCa.com/Partners



Great beach for parking, watching the sunset, and for snorkeling/ swimming (I just got back from vis...
Reviewed by:Noelle from on Mar 10 2007


be careful, watch your rental car, backpacks, and keep all valuables away from this place. it's ...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 20 2005