Nimitz Beach
Kapolei, Hawaii
Swim
Located at Barber's Point, offering good swimming amenities despite to the coral reefs. The offshore area is excellent for surfing.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- 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 Kapolei, Hawaii
- Head northwest on Kalehuna St toward Opuku St (217 ft)
- Turn left onto Opuku St (0.1 mi)
- Turn left onto Kekuilani Loop (390 ft)
- Turn left onto Kama'aha Ave (0.1 mi)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Kapolei Pkwy (0.8 mi)
- Turn left onto State Hwy 901 (0.4 mi)
- Turn left onto Franklin D Roosevelt Ave/Roosevelt Ave (0.9 mi)
- Turn right toward Coral Sea Rd (177 ft)
- Turn right onto Coral Sea Rd (2.9 mi)
Located at Barber's Point.
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