Kailua Beach
Kailua, Hawaii
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With a half mile of soft white sand, turquoise water and gentle breezes, Kailua Beach Park located on the Windward Coast is a local favorite. A hub for water sports, Kailua Beach welcomes visitors and locals to windsurf, body board, kayak and parasail. Conveniently, kayak rentals, dive shops and beachwear boutiques are located nearby the beach.
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- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Kailua, Hawaii
- Head southeast on N Kalaheo Ave toward Ulupa St (0.8 mi)
- Continue onto Lihiwai Rd (0.1 mi)
- Continue onto Kawailoa Rd (151 ft)
- Turn left (279 ft)
Kailua on the Windward Coast, 30 minutes from Waikiki
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