Ehukai Beach is the site of one of the world’s most famous surfing waves, the Banzai Pipeline. The beach is wide and sandy, particularly during the summer months when lots of sand is deposited onshore. Summer is also when the water is generally calmer so it may be safe to swim. Ehukai Beach Park has about one acre of grass as well as a parking lot. Ehukai means “Seaspray.”
Great For
Sunbathing, watching surfers when big waves are breaking, and swimming when the waves are not too large.
Highlights
Major professional surfing contests are held here.
Need to Know
When the winter swells arrive it is best to stay on the beach and watch the world-class surfers ride the renowned Banzai Pipeline wave at the southern end of the beach park.
Lifeguard
Yes
Facilities
Restrooms, picnic areas, showers, phones.
Access
Ehukai Beach is located between Sunset Beach and Waimea Bay. Access is off Kamehameha Highway on Ke Nui Road in Pupukea.