Kalanianaʻole Beach Park — Zablan south end
Launch Type
Skill Level
Surface / Access
Hand carry across sand to the water; beach width and footing change with tide.
Allowed Craft
A hand-carry launch documented by Hui Waʻa Kaukahi, Oʻahu’s recreational kayaking club. Use the approach described here and leave canoe-club equipment and emergency access clear.
Fees
Current hand-launch and parking fees not published in the cited source; check signs before unloading.
Parking Info
Public lot off Laumania Avenue or lawful street spaces.
Managing Agency
Public shore access; the responsible land manager is not confirmed in the cited source.
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Drinking water not confirmed; bring your own.
Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.
Dedicated boat wash not confirmed; bring a small rinse supply.
No camping authorization established; use only a separately permitted campground.
Choose a short route suited to conditions and allow time for the return. Do not assume a beach landing gives access across private land.
Reef and shorebreak on an exposed coast. Inspect the landing as well as the outward route.
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Address
Nānākuli, Oʻahu, Hawaii (see written directions)
City
Nānākuli — Oʻahu
County / Region
Honolulu
State / Country
Hawaii, United States
Coordinates
21.374788, -158.140328
From Kapolei on Farrington Highway, turn left at Piliokahi Avenue because a direct left onto Laumania Avenue is not available. Reach the park lot off Laumania Avenue and walk to the south end of the beach, also called Zablan or Forac. GPS marks the published access/meeting point; follow the final carry described here.
Phone
No site-specific public phone verified; use the managing agency website.
Hours / Season
Plan a daylight visit. Confirm posted gate hours and same-day closures before traveling.
Rentals / Marina
On-site rentals not verified; bring equipment or reserve with an island outfitter.
Accessibility
No adaptive launch verified. Sand, slope or uneven footing may require carrying assistance.
