Kaʻiaʻi Beach — west of Camp Erdman
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
Roadside access, not a developed park; obey all stopping restrictions.
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.
Remote, exposed north-shore launch with reef and seasonal large surf; no dependable protected landing.
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Address
Mokulēʻia, Oʻahu, Hawaii (see written directions)
City
Mokulēʻia — Oʻahu
County / Region
Honolulu
State / Country
Hawaii, United States
Coordinates
21.578663, -158.228891
Drive west on Farrington Highway past the YMCA Camp Erdman entrance. Use the first beach access beyond the camp at the published pin and park safely outside the travel lanes. Carry to shore without entering camp property. 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.
