Things to do in Waianae, Hawaii (HI): The Best Nature & Parks

May 29, 2021 Carley Gatson

Waiʻanae is a census-designated place (CDP) in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States. As of the 2010 Census, the CDP population was 13,177.
Restaurants in Waianae

1. Pu’U’Ohulu Kai

87 Kaukama St, Waianae, Oahu, HI
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Pu’U’Ohulu Kai

Reviewed By secretagentgs - Honolulu, United States

This hike is affectionally known as the pink pillbox hike. It’s on the west coast Oahu so it’s off the beaten path so-to-speak, but this hike and locale is amazing!! It’s a good hike, definitely not for the weak hearted since it’s high up and on a winding path that is narrow at points and offers no protection from sliding off the path. But you have to check it out, and I highly recommend going at sunset...the views are AMAZING! There are a few different pillboxes & artifacts from a war and a time past! Super cool spot!!

2. Pu`uOHulu

Kaukama Rd, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Pu`uOHulu

3. Makaha Beach Park

84-369 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792
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4.5 based on 217 reviews

Makaha Beach Park

A popular beach for surfing.

Reviewed By ladytattoo7 - Honolulu, United States

We live close by and this is our beach of choice on the Leeward side. Lifeguards are awesome, saved my brother's life one day. RESPECT the ocean at all times but esp here. Never turn your back to it! Gorgeous views, lots of local talented surfers!

4. Ka'ena Point State Park

End of Farrington Highway, Waianae, Oahu, HI +1 808-464-0840 http://liveinhawaiinow.com/kaena-point-beach-park/
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4.5 based on 435 reviews

Ka'ena Point State Park

At the very end of Mokuleia where the road dead-ends is Kaena Point State Park with its secluded sandy coves and huge wide-open spaces. The hiking trail follows a deeply rutted unpaved Jeep road with dozens of small seaward paths branching off to the ocean’s edge. If you opt to hike the full round-trip trek from Kaena Point to Yokohama Bay on the Leeward Coast, you’ll need roughly three hours, ample stamina, plenty of water, sunscreen, snacks, body cover and your camera.

Reviewed By Schnickel2016 - San Antonio, United States

It's a beautiful hike to the western tip of the island. Rather easy hike unless it rained one or two nights before. It is really hard to dotch all of the puddles on the path. Would not recommend this for older people or youngsters after rain. Take plenty of water with you. There are tide pools at the end. Wear/take bathing suit and definitely water shoes. No shade on the hike or by the tide pools. My favorite hike on Oahu.

5. Waianae Mountain Range

Waianae, Oahu, HI http://alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/hawaii/mt-kaala-start
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Waianae Mountain Range

6. Maili Beach Park

87-021 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792 +1 808-668-1137 http://lookintohawaii.com/hawaii/4153/maili-beach-park-beaches-oahu-waianae-hi
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

Maili Beach Park

Reviewed By Studyhardallday - Waianae, United States

Great place to hang out and enjoy the day. Beautiful beach to take a stroll down the white sandy beach. Nice place to hang out and go for a swim.

7. Pokai Bay Beach Park

960 Bayview St #85, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792 +1 808-780-9772 https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dobor/pokai-bay/
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4.0 based on 57 reviews

Pokai Bay Beach Park

Reviewed By D6094CSdanc - Honolulu, United States

The breakwater makes family swimming safe. It is also near the Army Rec center beach which offers good beginner surfing most of the time. Get there early to see the dolphins when they come by. Snorkel to see the turtles.

8. Nanakuli Beach Park

89-115 Nanakuli Ave, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792-4118 https://www.gohawaii.com/islands/oahu/things-to-do/beaches/nanakuli-beach-park
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4.0 based on 13 reviews

Nanakuli Beach Park

Reviewed By Studyhardallday - Waianae, United States

An excellent beach where people from all over the world come to enjoy the cool ocean water. The water is nice and cool at this beach and this beach has a lot of nice warm fine sand.

9. Mauna Lahilahi Beach

Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Mauna Lahilahi Beach

10. Mermaid Caves

89-410 Keaulana Ave, Waianae, Oahu, HI 96792-4109
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4.0 based on 22 reviews

Mermaid Caves

Reviewed By 539erins - Kailua, United States

As many have noted, be sure to wear rubber-sole water shoes, bring a ladder to get in and out of the cave and check tide reports to be sure you are visiting during low tide. We had a strong swimming man die rescuing a young child just a month ago near this cave. Otherwise, it is a stunning natural wonder anyone living or visiting ought to see at least once. The photos I’m sharing are true color, no filter.

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