Kailua Beach Park

About a 30 minute drive outside of Waikiki … definitely worth it. Not too packed, and the ocean is very shallow here. I saw a lot of kayakers, seems fun.
If you go here, bring a body board so you can swim to the little island about a mile away. Some snorkeling gear would do too!
I tried to swim out to the little island that kayakers go to but it’s a lot further than it looks. Best guess, I probably swam out about 200 yards … surprisingly I don’t think it was any deeper than 6 – 7 feet.
Much cleaner than the beaches on Waikiki!

Beautiful, clean beach. Not overcrowded, but plenty of people, kids, animals… just a good time for everyone.

What I love about Kailua Beach Park is that the sand is soft! I can enjoy my time in the ocean without worrying about where I’m stepping since it’s super soft sand. When I went, the waves weren’t too rough and the water was warm. They even have a shower/​bathroom facility nearby so I can rinse off before I head home. Yay!

I LOVE Kailua Beach Park. There is free parking, bathrooms (though no soap to wash your hands), and showers to rinse off before you leave. It’s usually pretty crowded, but it’s easy to spread out and find your own little beach space. But if you come later in the morning on the weekends, there will probably be no parking, so get there early.
The waves aren’t too big, which is important to me because I hate fighting waves. The sand is soft and clean and there are shaded areas. We are moving to Kailua in a couple weeks and I think this will be the beach we go to most often.

For the average beach bum like me, Kailua Beach is a gooooo!
Come earlier on the weekend for a parking stall. If I jog on the beach, I come around 8 – 9 am and the lot is pretty full already.
The water is very gentle here, even when it’s kind of windy and stormy, the shore break is not very rough. The sand is crazy soft! No feet exfoliation here. However, because the sand is so fine, be prepared to have your own mini beach in your pants when you leave. You’ll also then have a mini beach in your car. :((Someone tell my boyfriend to shake off before he gets in my car!)
The best part is Kailua Beach doesn’t get as many Portuguese man-​of-​war as its cousin beach in Waimanalo.
Just some notes: if you’re coming from town, check the weather first because the east side is prone to being overcast or rainy. Kailua Beach can also definitely get windy — good for kite surfing, not good for kayaking or stand-​up paddleboarding.
If you need a snack or forgot sunscreen, go to Kalapawai Market near the parking lot entrance. This is the most easy-​going beach for tourists and non-​tourists alike.

The dopest beach I went to mainly because of the combination of white powdery sand, clear blue water, showers/​bathrooms, shade, and close proximity to parking. I was with the wifey and kids (all under 4) so the ease of getting in and out were important. It also wasn’t too crowded which is a nice getaway from the beaches of Waikiki. Pack up some spam musubi and a little drank and you’re good to go!
I really liked Lanikai next door but if you have kids, you should definitely hit up Kailua Beach Park.

Great beach for laying out, enjoying the sun. Easy to get to, not a long walk from parking lot to beach, parking is relatively easy, bathrooms near by, what more is there to say? Won’t find amazing snorkeling here but you can throw on a mask and fins and kick around a bit. Some good places to eat nearby, you can grab some food and head to the beach!

Wind blowing
Sun Shining
Surf
Beautiful
Stroll
Smile
Hand in hand
Future
Sounds of waves
Children laughing
Splashing
Whooshing

Love this spot. Really fine, soft sand. Not as crowded as Waikiki. Favorite beach on Oahu.

Date visited: Valentine’s weekend in 2016
We were heading for Lanikai Beach but I just found out we were here at Kailua Beach park.
Either way, LOVELY BEACH.
It’s a bit small and narrow and very WINDY!
But the sand is so soft and white and the water is a gorgeous blue!
You can snorkel and see some fishes inside the water, but not too many.
They’re very light colored fish too so it’s hard to spot since the sand is so white.
Free parking and it’s a bit tough but I was able to snag the same spot 2 times in a row.
You can basically park anywhere (even unmarked) as long as it is safe and it doesn’t block any pathways.
The park behind the beach is nice if you want to grub without sand in your face.
They have bathrooms (unlike Lanikai I hear) and it was ok… nothing fancy and not really clean… the usual beach restrooms. At least they left large rolls of toilet paper on top of each stall divider in case it runs out.
No mirrors ofcourse.
Also dog friendly! I loved seeing the dogs!
There’s a kayak and board rental shop right on the beach so that’s really convenient.
I even found some crabs in the sand… kinda freaky though.
SO be careful if you’re lying around anything that is not sand… might be a crab! haha
I would have given this beach a 5 star if not for the winds… it got inside everywhere.
Must wear glasses and close your mouth. haha

This place had ample parking, and there’s even kayak rentals! Definitely an awesome gem! Plus the water is clear blue! Fantastic for swimming! Will for sure go back to this place when I get the chance! You can see almost all the way down the beach, and there wasn’t too much of a crazy crowd when my girlfriend and I stopped by. The only issue was that there was a bit of construction that caused the drive to be longer than usual, but once we got there, we were able to brave the wind to swim together, and it was fantastic! Weather was crazy since it was raining on the mountain, and we almost didn’t come. I’m glad that we made the decision to drive through the mountain rain to get here! Amazing!

4÷26÷13 (last visited)
Looking for paradise? This is it! One of the most breathtaking beaches in Hawaii. We loved this beach. It’s quiet retreat in paradise and not touristy or crowded like Waikiki. The white sand powder beach and clear turquoise water only compliment this hidden gem on the windward side.
Kailua Beach Park is one of the largest and nicest of Oahu’s windward, city parks. Located towards the southern end of Kailua Bay, Kailua Beach Park offers Picnic tables, BBQ pits, beach volley ball courts, picnic shelters, showers, restrooms, plenty of shade, white sand beach, small shore break for boogie boarding, swimming area, life guard stands and stunning views. The most popular activities include kayaking, stand up paddling and kitesurfing, as well as sun tanning and relaxing.
Be sure to check out Lanikai Beach right next door for even softer, powdered sugar type, sand. The water is a bit rougher so less kids… More adult there. It is quite common to see wedding pictures being taken at Lanikai because of its beauty.
The beach park has limited parking so get there early. Mornings are best anyway as the beach can get shady in the late afternoons due to the tall trees that line the east facing beach.
The only down side was that it is a bit windier on this side of the island. Respect the OCEAN! Please be careful and enjoy the waves from a distance. Your life is worth more.
*Need to Know:
During the winter months when large waves are arriving on Oahu’s north shore beaches, Kailua Beach often has more reasonable conditions, especially for less experienced swimmers. During the summer months this beach sometimes sees Portuguese Man-​of-​Wars which can give a painful sting.

Love this beach! Best sand on the Island, windy at times but the sound of the surf and the ability to sit in the shade and enjoy the view is priceless!
There is a swimming area marked with buoys and you can see sail surfers and paraglider’s on super windy days. Kayakers making their way to the not so distant island just off shore.
Showers & restrooms make it a great spot to enjoy the sun, surf and breezes!

Beautiful! Plenty of parking options, lots of fun to be had even on a mildly rainy day. There were dogs and birds abound, high school kids practicing their rowing, couples taking cute selfies, brave souls parasailing. My silly boyfriend challenged the waves to come at him, and come at him they did. Gliding softly onto the and for miles and miles! Love the bathroom and rinse-​off facilities.

By far one of the best beaches on Oahu. This beach is located towards the very back end of Kailua town, located right next to Lanikai beach. This beach park is huge, they have a ginormous field great for picnicking with you friends and family. The beach itself is only yards away from the park, and is very open and spacious. This location can get pretty busy with tons of tourist and locals alike. The restrooms they have here are basically one of the cleanest ones I’ve been to on the island.
The plus side to this beach is the lifeguards they have available on property in case of emergencies. Overall this beach is by far one of the best we’ve been to on island, and will continue to come and enjoy quality time with our friends and family.

This has to be one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Hawaii and possibly the U.S. The color of the water is such a beautiful shade of blue and the sand is soft and clean. If the beaches in Miami were this beautiful, I would be a beach bum! The water was freezing (November) and it was windy but I honestly was so amazed by the beauty of this beach that I did not notice the sand in my face. We were able to find parking right across from the beach and stuck our feet in the water. It was not crowded on the day we had gone but I can picture this beach fills up quickly on the weekends. It was an awesome alternative to the busy Waikiki Beach we were staying near!

I went to about 4 beaches while on Oahu: Turtle Beach, Waimea Beach, Waikiki Beach and Kailua Beach. In terms of hanging out and beach bumming it, I definitely favored Kailua Beach out of all of them. The sand was soft and white — easy on the feet and skin, not too crowded (which is such a plus on Oahu), and parking was plentiful and easy. The water was warm, as it is in all of Oahu, and the water was the bluest I’d ever seen it when compared to the rest of the beaches we visited during our stay.
Definitely recommend always taking what you need with you in the car and leave whatever you don’t need in the trunk to deter any thieves and lurkers. To wash off the sand, there are convenient shower spots on the way back to your car with changing rooms as well.
As far as food, there are a few eating spots near the beach such as pizza, Hawaiian, etc., as well as a grocery store that’s super green — you can’t miss it.
Highly recommend visiting Kailua Beach when visiting this area of Oahu!

Gorgeous beach! We were here on a rainy day but it was still beautiful. The kids loved playing in the water. There was plenty of parking the day we visited which was awesome. They also have clean bathrooms and showers for the beach goers. Definitely a plus because when you spend a day at the the beach, you want to be close to showers so you can wash all of the sand off you. I love that this beach isn’t too crowded and the waves are just right for little ones. The kids loved it here. We totally thought we were at Lankai beach but when I tried to locate the beach through instagram we were at Kailua beach park. Total tourist fail but this beach is just as beautiful. Next time we visit, we are definitely going to try and check out Lanikai as well.
Anyway, this is definitely a nice beach to visit when you’re in Oahu and away from the crowded beaches at Honolulu. We’ll definitely be back soon. I’m so in love with Hawaii.

If it’s good enough for president Obama, it’s good enough for me. For foreign wayfarers, this is not a leisure beach.
Tip for bride and groom to be. We had our wedding ceremony there. IT’S VERY WINDY!!! My wife had done her hair prior and it was pretty much useless. As soon as we stepped out of the car, she suddenly had a bedhead. Although the view is memorable.

Beautiful turquoise water under the bright blue skies. Great sandy space on an incline for beach chairs, but watch out for the tide to come up quickly. Most people placed their things under the trees in the «woodsy» area to keep them from getting wet.
You’re on the windy side so sometimes you’ll get a strong wave come through. But don’t let that stop you. It’s still gorgeous, warm water, and everyone is just having a giddy old time.
The bathroom is nearby, but a bit smelly, cramped, and a lot of the locks don’t work. That’s why I took a star off. I guess it could be worse. There is a nice space for changing, but it’s at the entrance so there’s not much privacy.
There’s a rope swing in the woodsy area if you want to give it a shot. You’ll immediately realize how weak/​strong your upper body is. LOL. But the ocean makes for an awesome back drop!
Free ample parking. There are actually two lots (the bathroom is the center), so don’t give up and drive around!