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Banzai Pipeline Hawaii
If you are on a quest to find the legendary Banzai Pipeline Hawaii, known around the world for its perfect barreling waves, then head to Ehukai Beach Park on the North Shore Oahu. Rated as one of the best Oahu beaches on the North Shore, surfing pipeline is an unique experience itself, and also ranks high as one of the top 100 things to do before you die!
Surfing Pipeline
The Billabong Pipeline Masters plays a big and final part in the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing contest, slated to take place between Dec 5th and Dec 25th.
This is one of the most exciting and thrilling surf contest to
watch on Oahu. Pay attention to the surf report, and head to the North
Shore early if the contest is a go...!
If you don’t already know, the winter swells that roll into this part of Oahu’s North Shore, push up onto an extremely shallow reef, thus creating some of the best picture-perfect waves that form gorgeous rideable barrels that pro surfers dream about.
Take note that surfing Pipeline Hawaii poses serious bodily
injury if you are caught in the wrong place at the wrong
time!
Hundreds of surf boards are broken each year on the
shallow reef, along with injuries and sometimes even the
unthinkable…
Regardless, hundreds of surfers from around the world fly in to Oahu for their chance to surf the famous Banzai Pipeline.
This is the home of the Pipeline Masters Surf Contest that is attended by the best and bravest surfers from all over the world.
Ehukai Beach Park is a beautiful long stretch of North Shore beach. During the winter, you can literally stand on the edge of the water, and watch the surfers in action just a short 40 yards into the ocean.
When summertime rolls around, and the waves go
flat, you can experience some of the best snorkeling on Oahu!
Just make sure to check in with the lifeguard to make sure it's safe
before entering the water.
Getting to Banzai Pipeline Hawaii
Street view and location of Pipeline Hawaii:
Directions: From Waikiki, take the H-1 Freeway headed West…
- Take the H-1 Hwy West to the H-2 Hwy North
- Follow the H-2 Hwy to the Kamehameha Hwy (hwy 99)
- Take Hwy 99 and continue into Haleiwa Town
- or by pass Haleiwa Town, and continue on Hwy 99 and merge onto Hwy 83, which will lead you to the coastline.
- As you continue on Hwy 83, until you see a Waimea Bay Beach Park sign on your left hand side.
- Turn into the parking lot and you are there.
Oahu Map of Ehukai Beach Park
By Oahu Bus from Waikiki:
Take the 98A or 52 bus from Kuhio Ave in Waikiki to the Wahiawa Armory (ask the bus drive to notify you), and transfer to Oahu Bus number 88A.
The Oahu Bus 88A will take you into Haleiwa Town and
onward to the North Shore Beaches. Ask the bus driver once
again to notify you once you have arrived at Ehukai Beach Park.
Facilities at Ehukai Beach Park
- Restrooms
- Beach showers
- Picnic bench tables
- Grass area with shady trees
- Life guard on duty
- Free Parking Lot
In the Area
Old town Haleiwa
Old
Town Haleiwa
– You might want to stop in the old town Haleiwa before heading out to
Ehukai Beach Park to checkout the North Shore rustic surf shops, local
art
galleries, enjoy a Matsumoto’s Hawaiian shave ice, and grab some lunch
to take with you to the beach.
Also consider staying after the sunset,
and
stopping off at Haleiwa Joe’s or Cholo's Homestyle Mexican Food for
dinner, before making the journey back to
town.
Toa Luau to end the evening
Tie on a visit to the waterfall with an evening luau dinner with cultural demonstrations and Hawaiian entertainment. The Toa Luau includes your entrance to Waimea Valley & Waterfall. Just make sure you give yourself enough time to get back in time for the festivities. Note that this luau only takes place on Mon - Wed.
Ehukai Pillbox Hike
Ehukai Pillbox Hike - right across the street
from Ehukai
Beach is a little known secret hike called the Ehukai Pillbox
Hike. This Oahu hike is a 30 minute journey that leads you up
to
the top hillside ridge, where two old World War II military bunkers
overlook the North Shore coastline. The views are
breathtaking!
Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach -
If the crowds seem overwhelming at the Banzai Pipeline, then
continue driving 5 minutes up the road for another spectacular Oahu beach,
known as Sunset Beach Park.
2 miles of beautiful sand,
amazing sunsets, and more giant North Shore
waves to be seen!
Ted's Bakery
Ted’s Bakery – Great spot to stop for breakfast, lunch and dinner, if you are looking to keep it simple but delicious! Ono choices include Barbecue Chicken, Teri Beef and Mahi Mahi plate lunches and sandwiches!
Don’t miss Ted’s famous creme pies, like Chocolate Haupia, Macadamia Nut and Coconut Haupia!
Turtle Bay Resort
Turtle
Bay
Resort -Continue driving towards the tip of the North
Shore and you will cross the entrance to one of Oahu’s best
exclusive resorts.
Turtle Bay Resort is built over a 4 mile
stretch of
beachfront property that includes 2 signature championship Oahu golf
courses.
