Ko Olina Resort & Marina
Situated on the sunny west coast of O`ahu are beautiful lagoons that were created for the Ko Olina Resort and spectacular JW Marriott Ihilani Hotel. These man-made lagoons are perfect for families to swim together and enjoy the ocean. You can also relax in the shady picnic areas beneath swaying palm trees with a sweeping view of the majestic Waianae Mountain Range. This beach is a member of the National Healthy Beaches Campaign (NHBC), certified by the Laboratory for Coastal Research at Florida International University. It has fulfilled 60 environmental and service-base criteria and files monthly monitoring reports.

Nanakuli Beach Park
Traveling up the west coast towards Kaena Point, one can find the spacious Nanakuli Beach Park. The area boasts an array of facilities – from softball fields, basketball/volleyball courts, and a children’s playground. The wide sandy beach makes for excellent picnicking and basking in the sun. The waters of the beach park are great for snorkeling and scuba diving, as well as fishing and other water activities.

Makaha Beach
With the best surfing spot on the west coast of O`ahu, Makaha is sure to appease the surfing fanatic. Depending on the time of year, Makaha produces a wide range of wave heights, from an easy 2 feet, to a dangerous 10 feet. The sloping sand beachhead can cause backwash and catch an unsuspecting visitor off guard. Regardless, Makaha is a pleasant beach to go to and watch surfers try to tame the ocean waves.