Waimanalo Beach, Hawaii
Waimānalo Beach is a census-designated place (CDP) located in the City & County of Honolulu, in the District of Koʻolaupoko, on the island of Oʻahu in the U.S. state of Hawaiʻi. This small windward community is located near the eastern end of the island, and the climate is dry. As of the 2010 Census, the CDP had a population of 4,481. This neighborhood is close to, but somewhat separate from Waimānalo, although the two form a single community.
Waimānalo Beach (the town) lies along the eastern half of Waimānalo Beach (the beach), with an overall length of nearly 5.5 mi (8.9 km), the longest stretch of sandy shoreline on Oʻahu. Waimānalo Beach has sparse commercial development along Kalanianaole Highway, and is noteworthy for its local flavor and proximity to Makapuʻu Beach and Sea Life Park, which lie closer to Makapuʻu Point at the east end of the island of Oʻahu. There are no hotels here.The U.S. postal code for Waimānalo Beach and Waimānalo is 96795.
Kazuo Sakamaki, the first prisoner of war taken by U.S. forces during World War II, was captured on December 8, 1941 on Waimānalo Beach the day after the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor and surrounding targets in Honolulu by Imperial Japanese Navy forces.
The Anderson Estate, which was featured in the TV series Magnum, P.I. as "Robin's Nest", is located in Waimānalo Beach.
- 1 Geography
- 2 Demographics
- 3 Education
- 4 See also
- 5 References
- 6 External links
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Peaceful and typical scene behind the residential areas of Waimānalo
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Waimānalo Beach itself, including 'da Bend' (looking south towards Makapu'u)
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Nice quiet beach and not so crowded. There showers to rinse off on. Bathrooms near by. Views to enjoy and watch for turtles swimming in the water.
4 months ago -
Plenty of sand, decent waves 2-3 ft faces, sun was out and a light breeze coming from the NE. Perfect. Known to locals as Sherwood Forest or simply Sherwood's. Clean white sand with a great shore break, perfect for body boarding. Space to spread out (read social distance) on an early August Sunday, surprisingly. Lifeguards patrols in the water and on the sand. No lifeguard stands though. Bathrooms and showers available, but wear your slippers, because it's kinda gross. Parking was tight, but we didn't need to wait for a space or walk too far. The drive from town was bumper to bumper, and there isn't much in Waimanalo town, so grab your supplies before you head here.
3 weeks ago -
This is a beautiful, well kept beach that is not overly crowded. There are restroom facilities and showers on the South end, by a car park. If you want a break from the crowds, but would still like to enjoy the beach, I highly encourage a visit here.
4 months ago -
Beautiful beach. Very clean and not over crowded. If you want a place away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki beach, this would be the place.
5 months ago -
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Nice sandy beach with few people. When it’s windy (which happens often) there can be some man o’war jellyfish. But I still love it here
8 months ago -