Tracks Beach

Pacific Ocean — Leeward Coast• Nānākuli — Oʻahu• Honolulu• Hawaii
Key Information

Launch Type

Soft launch / beach

Skill Level

Advanced

Surface / Access

Hand carry across sand to the water; beach width and footing change with tide.

Allowed Craft

Kayak
Canoe
SUP
Description

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 & Access

Fees

Current hand-launch and parking fees not published in the cited source; check signs before unloading.

Parking Info

Unpaved beach-side parking; conditions and legal spaces vary.

Managing Agency

Public shore access; the responsible land manager is not confirmed in the cited source.

Amenities
Restrooms

Not confirmed in the cited sources.

Showers

Not confirmed in the cited sources.

Picnic tables

Not confirmed in the cited sources.

Water available

Drinking water not confirmed; bring your own.

Lighting

Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.

Boat wash

Dedicated boat wash not confirmed; bring a small rinse supply.

Camping

No camping authorization established; use only a separately permitted campground.

Additional Notes

Choose a short route suited to conditions and allow time for the return. Do not assume a beach landing gives access across private land.

Hazards & Conditions

Shorebreak, reef and exposed swell. Stay away from industrial outfalls and any posted exclusion area.

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Location

Address

Nānākuli, Oʻahu, Hawaii (see written directions)

City

Nānākuli — Oʻahu

County / Region

Honolulu

State / Country

Hawaii, United States

Coordinates

21.360363, -158.131922

Directions

Driving west on Farrington Highway from Kapolei, pass the Kahe power station and take the first beach-side turn. Once in the dirt lot, turn right. Park clear of access lanes and carry to the beach; inspect shorebreak before unloading. GPS marks the published access/meeting point; follow the final carry described here.

Access & Contact

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.

Map
Marker
Leaflet Tiles © Esri — Esri, HERE, Garmin, USGS, OpenStreetMap contributors

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