From time to time strong currents, high surf and turbulent water affect every beach on Oahu. Dangerous waves and rip tides are common during the winter months especially on the north and west shores and at Koko Head Beach Park and Makapuu Beach Park. The safest beaches are those under supervision of a lifeguard.

GOOD SWIMMING BEACHES

Ala Moana Park
Waikiki Beach Center
Prince Kuhio Beach Park
Queen's Surf Beach Park
Sans Souci Beach
Hanauma Bay Beach Park
Kaupo Beach Park
Waimanalo Beach Park
Bellows Beach Park
Kailua Beach Park
Kalama Beach
Kaaawa Beach Park
Kahana Bay Beach Park
Punaluu Beach Park
Ehukai Beach Park
Waimea Bay Beach Park
Makua Beach
Keaau Beach Park
Pokai Bay Beach Park
Maili Beach Park
Ulehawa Beach Park
Nanakuli Beach Park
Kahe Beach Park