North Shore, Mokuleia Beach Park, Oahu, Hawaii

Known for years as one of the better surfing spots of Hawaiian beaches, Mokuleia Beach is also one of favorite hang-outs for the locals on Oahu, Hawaii. Why? Six miles of sand, 150 feet wide from Kaiaka Bay to Camp Erdman.

Plus there's a twelve acre park smack dab in the center of the strip with restrooms and showers, camping sites and plenty of parking. You need to get a permit to camp in Hawaii - but what a way to spend time in paradise. We've done it, and we loved it!

You'll notice not much going on here because this is one of the last places to be developed along the North Shore. If you head west from the park, you'll find peace and quite from the surfing crowds - those wanting to watch and not necessarily want to enjoy the beach. Did you bring the binoculars? We hope so. You can catch some awesome action both people surfing and walking along the shore. Make sure you do some beach walking as well. Stick around for the sunset.

Think big surf - Waimea - we talk about it here on best surfing beaches of the world, but don't go away thinking that's all there is. Some reef about 100 yards out actually protects the shallows from those pounding waves - allowing you and yours to swim and snorkel - even when "surf's up!"

Here's the tip - at this beach in Hawaii there's a large area off the west end of Mokuleia Airfield. Bring the snorkel, but bring a bag as well. This area is prime for shelling. You'll find dozens of great shells worth keeping. You're neighbor will be shelling, too. It's a nice place for beachcombing.

High surf occurs during the USA Winter months through Spring. And there are no lifeguards along the beach so use your head.

Beach Index: Mokuleia Beach

• Sand - many call it white, but it's actually tan. Made of a volcanic material and coral reef mix. Nice and powdery. Clean.
• Facilities - in the center of the beach.
• Shade - many adult trees line the beach yet there are areas of full sun. Use sun screen.
• Sports - this is kite boarding and surfers heaven. Snorkeling and swimming, shelling.
• Notes - recommended beach.

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If you camp here, you'll be sleeping next to one of the most familiar TV sets on the planet. The beach set of LOST is right here on Mokuleia and you're allowed to walk up and take pictures if you desire. Who knows? You may see a Star!

The shore goes on as you look east. Coves dotted with white sand beaches make an inviting call. Some are accessible. What you do here at Mokuleia, is drive along the beach and see if there are any of the beach access signs or paths.

It's easy to get lost in all of the beauty, well... we thought - until sunset time. It was out of this world. More colors than I had seen in a long, long time and that breathtaking spectacle that makes you realize the world just didn't bang into existence. A Higher Power put it in place and provides this show for us.

Make sure you spend some time here, before you jump in the rental car and head back to the hotel in Honolulu. This is magic. We head off to another island, but this time in the Caribbean - pictures of Puerto Rico beaches await! >>