Sand Island — Keʻehi Lagoon hand-launch beach
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
Use designated public parking. Keep driveways, emergency access and boat-trailer stalls clear.
Managing Agency
Hawaiʻi DLNR Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation
Yes — DOBOR lists restroom hours 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Yes — showers listed by DOBOR.
Yes — picnic tables listed by DOBOR.
Drinking water not confirmed; bring your own.
Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.
Yes — vessel washdown listed; confirm operation before relying on it.
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.
Commercial and recreational boat traffic, shallow water, wakes and aircraft/industrial surroundings. Avoid poor water quality after heavy rain.
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Address
Sand Island, Honolulu, Oʻahu, Hawaii (see written directions)
City
Sand Island, Honolulu — Oʻahu
County / Region
Honolulu
State / Country
Hawaii, United States
Coordinates
21.311838, -157.889484
Follow Sand Island Access Road to the launch facility beside the Marine Education Training Center. Park in ordinary vehicle spaces, not boat-trailer stalls. Carry to the small beach next to the ramp facility; the kayak club specifically uses the beach instead of the ramp lanes. GPS marks the published access/meeting point; follow the final carry described here.
Phone
808-832-3464 (Oʻahu district)
Hours / Season
DOBOR ramp facility: 7:00 a.m.–6:45 p.m.; restroom building closes at 4:00 p.m. Follow current signs.
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.
