Lanikai Beach
Lanikai Beach is a shallow, family-friendly bay in Kailua, Oahu known for powder-soft sands, paddle-friendly waters & unobstructed sunrise views.
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Geography
| Address | Kainalu Dr & Mokulua Dr, Kailua, HI 96734, USAKainalu Dr and Mokulua Dr |
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| Continent | North America |
| Region | Hawaii |
| Subregion | Honolulu District |
| Country | United States |
| State | Hawaii |
| County | Honolulu County |
| District | Kaiwi Channel |
| City | Kailua |
| Neighborhood | Lanikai |
| Postal Code | 96734 |
| Timezone | PacificHonolulu |
| Latitude | 21.3972 |
| Longitude | -157.7522 |
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4:15 PM LOCAL TIMELanikai Beach is a small, protected bay on the windward coast of Oahu, nestled beside the residential neighborhood of Lanikai. Measuring roughly 0.04 km² with calm, shallow waters, it’s a favorite for swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking, often active from dawn to dusk. Its signature feature is the sugar-white sand and an absence of large hotels—more often access is via neighborhood streets and limited dedicated parking—and the backdrop of islets like the Mokulua pairs with distant views of the Ko'olau mountains. Adjacent to Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline, the beach is best combined with sunrise hikes or early paddle sessions; avoid peak midday sun with sun-protective gear. Despite limited facilities, its picturesque setting makes it a staple for quiet mornings, sunset walks, and water-based recreation in Kailua Bay.
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