Best Outdoor Activities in Haleiwa Alii Beach Park

"Lanikai Beach is one of the most picturesque best beaches in Oahu and is the ideal spot for solitude. Located on the eastern shoreline, Lanikai Beach has a half-mile stretch of perfect white sand which is accompanied by a few trees for shade but you should probably take an umbrella. Also known as the “heavenly sea” Lanikai Beach is a popular spot for snorkeling, windsurfing and scuba diving."

"You have arrived at our absolute favorite Oahu Instagram spot for beaches!. Without a doubt, Lanikai Beach is the prettiest beach on all of Oahu, and probably all of Hawaii!. The pure white sand meets the most clear, warm water you can imagine, while palm trees sway overhead."

"Instead of Waikiki, head over to the less-crowded Lanikai Beach, which is often ranked one the best beaches in Oahu. The bright white sand beach and endless blue water is definitely a reminder of why many people call Hawaii “paradise.”"

"Just up the road is another one of the most popular Instagram spots on all of Oahu; Kaiula Beach Park. Drive safely, as the road will take you up a scenic drive with views of the most inviting beach you’ve ever laid eyes on. Not becoming distracted by the siren call of Eden out your window will be one of the most difficult things you will have to do during your time on Oahu!"

"Take a 12 mile drive northeast to Kailua Beach to find exciting waterfront activities. A crescent-shaped, 2.5 mile stretch of glorious bright-blue ocean and sandy beach, Kailua Beach is the place for all sorts of sports from windsurfing to kayaking. Kayak or paddle board out to the protected seabird sanctuaries of Flat Island and the Mokulua Islands."

"A cobalt-blue sea and a wide continuous arc of powdery sand make Kailua Beach Park one of the island's best beaches, illustrated by the…"

"A post shared by CJ Weiss (@coryjweiss) on Jul 31, 2018 at 11:44am PDT. Over at the Ka'au Crater Trail, what most people do not know is that they are are only a comfortable drive of 15 minutes away from Waikiki. If you are looking for something challenging, this feels like a hike you should sign up for because, at the end of the hike, you will be greeted by views of the mountainous regions."

"No, I am not suggesting you take on Diamond Head with your little ones, but there are a lot of wonderful hiking opportunities that don’t cost you a thing!. There are also some that will require the use of a car or TheBus, but by stacking activities together, you will more than make up for any bus fare or gas you may have to spend in the experiences you get to have!"

"9 km from city center 23 out of 58 places to visit in Honolulu. Separated by a distance of 7.4 miles from the city of Honolulu, the Waialae Beach is a favourite of a number of people in Honolulu. If you are planning to spend a day filled with activities, you can definitely include this beach in your bucket list, swimming, sunning, picnics, snorkeling, walking, even running, and the list goes on."

"Waialae Beach Park is a relaxing spot for people who are comfortable under the sunlight. This beach has a rocky shoreline and shallow reef; thus, wearing footwear when you step in waters is highly recommended. There are also windsurfers in this area, given the windy weather and minimal waves."

"Waimanalo Beach is a very scenic beach and worthy of a stop. < Lunch ideas: We like Hawaiian Island Cafe. (It is closed on Thursdays.) Alternatively, there are lots of restaurants in Kailua. Cinnamon’s is a popular Kailua restaurant that’s open for breakfast and lunch only until 2pm."

"Pro tip #1: if you’ll be spending 5 days in Oahu, I recommend starting the fifth day with a visit to the Pearl Harbor Museums, followed by either a walking tour of downtown Honolulu (Chinatown, Aloha Tower, Kawaiahao Church, Aliiolani Hale, Iolani Palace, St. Andrew Cathedral and Punchbowl) or a road trip up the more remote west coast of Oahu (Makaha Beach Park and Kaneana [Makua] Cave). Early risers can start with a guided visit to the Honolulu Fish Auction."

"If you don’t like sand and prefer to stay away from the ocean, Kaka’ako Waterfront Park is the place for you. At first it won’t seem like much, but as you walk east along the path to the very end is a great view of Honolulu and Diamond Head. This is also a great place for surfers so you might see a few wipe outs while you’re there as well."

"Marked by the stately Aloha Tower, this harbor side shopping complex provides a glimpse of old Hawaii, complete with docked ships and crowds of tourists. The array of shops offers great souvenir options and all sorts of gift ideas. Representative items include candles, jewelry, clothing, Pacific crafts, fragrances, sunglasses, cigars, and island art."

"Oahu's best shopping draws aren't just in Honolulu or Waikiki. Don't miss Pearlridge, located in Aiea in central Oahu. It's the largest enclosed mall on Oʻahu with more than 170 stores and eateries and is anchored by Macy's, Sears, Bed, Bath & Beyond and Toys 'R' Us."