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10 Wonderful Dog-Friendly Beaches in Oahu, HI in 2023

Rachael Gerkensmeyer

By Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Pitbull on the beach

It might be hard to believe, but not all beaches in Oahu are dog friendly. There are more than 125 beaches1 to visit on the island at any given time of the year, and only a fraction allows dogs, leashed or not. Fortunately, we have identified 10 amazing dog-friendly beaches to check out around Oahu that you and your dog are sure to love!

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The 10 Dog-Friendly Beaches in Oahu, HI

1. Fort DeRussy Beach Park

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“2055 Kalia Rd. Honolulu, HI 96815
๐Ÿ• Open Times: 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • Near all the exciting restaurants and attractions in Waikiki
  • Great waves for surfing dogs
  • Not much shade to enjoy

2. Oneสปula Beach Park

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“91-295 Papipi Rd. Ewa Beach, HI 96706
๐Ÿ• Open Times: 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • Features 2 miles of beach to explore
  • Green grassy areas are perfect for picnicking
  • Basic amenities are available

3. สปฤ€weoweo Beach Park

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“68-197 Au St. Waialua, HI 96791
๐Ÿ• Open Times: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • Great place for sunset watching
  • Rarely crowded
  • Parking is on the street

4. Kailua Beach Park

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“526 Kawailoa Rd, Kailua, HI 96734
๐Ÿ• Open Times: 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. dailyย 
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • More than 2 miles of beach to explore
  • Multiple parking lots to take advantage of
  • Lifeguards are usually on duty

5. Lanikai Beach

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“Kailua, HI 96734
๐Ÿ• Open Times: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • The view is spectacular
  • You may run into the occasional person sunbathing nude
  • Free parking and bathrooms are available

6. Waimฤnalo Beach

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“Hawaii
๐Ÿ• Open Times: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • Usually not crowded
  • Plenty of trees offer refuge from the sun
  • No shower stalls are available

7. Waimea Bay Beach

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“North Shore, HI 96712
๐Ÿ• Open Times: Sunrise to sunset, year-round
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • Features a wide-open sandy beach
  • Perfect for bodyboarding with your dog
  • No shade near the ocean

8. Paikล Beach

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“Honolulu, HI 96821
๐Ÿ• Open Times: Sunrise to sunset, year-round
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • Off the beaten path
  • Dogs must be leashed due to the wildlife habitat
  • A few trees offer a small amount of shade

9. Sandy Beach

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“Honolulu, HI 96825
๐Ÿ• Open Times: Sunrise to sunset, year-round
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • Strong rip currents make the ocean dangerous to swim in here
  • Great place to walk and run on the beach
  • Amazing views to enjoy

10. Kaalawai Beach

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Address: ๐Ÿ“Hawaii 96816
๐Ÿ• Open Times: Sunrise to sunset, year-round
๐Ÿ’ฒ Cost: Free
๐Ÿ• Off-Leash: No
  • Not the best swimming beach, but fun to wade in the shallow areas
  • Features varying landscapes throughout the area
  • The beach is rarely occupied

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Conclusion

With so many awesome dog-friendly beaches on Oahu to visit, you and your dog should never get tired of the beach scene, no matter what time of year it is. Whether youโ€™re looking for a good workout, a place to chill and eat, or somewhere to splash around, there is at least one pick on this list that is sure to meet all your needs and expectations.


Featured Image Credit: Jools Theriault, Pixabay

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