Beaches
AccesSurf Hawaiʻi Celebrates 20 Years With a Special Beach Day on Nov. 7
The nonprofit marks two decades of expanding ocean access for everyone.
The 5 Best Beaches on Kauaʻi in 2026
Here are the five most beloved beaches on Kaua‘i, as voted by our readers in our 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The 5 Best Beaches on Hawaiʻi Island
We asked our readers to vote for the best beaches on the Big Island—and the results are in.
The 5 Best Snorkeling Spots on Maui
Sometimes the best sightseeing can be found beneath the sea. Grab a snorkel and a pair of fins and explore the snorkeling spots on Maui that our readers love most.
Get Expert Safety Tips from the Honolulu Ocean Safety Department
Stay safe at Hawaiʻi’s beaches with advice from local lifeguards.
Celebrating World Ocean Month in Hawaiʻi
The ocean surrounding the Islands is vital to the Islands’ ecosystems, culture and way of life.
The 5 Best Beaches in Hawaiʻi in 2026
The Islands are home to some of the world’s finest beaches. Putting together a list of the best in Hawaiʻi is nearly impossible—so we asked our readers. The results are in.
Snorkeling at this Spot on Oʻahu is an Electric Experience
Nicknamed Electric Beach, Kahe Point offers extraordinary snorkeling on O‘ahu’s West Side.
The 5 Best Beaches on Maui in 2025
With glorious, golden shores and crystal-clear waters, Maui’s award-winning beaches embody the coastal beauty and magic that define the island.
How Mākaha Helped Revolutionize Hawaiʻi’s Surf Culture
Before surfers were catching waves at Pipeline or Waimea, they were dropping in at Mākaha.
The 5 Best Snorkeling Spots on Kauaʻi in 2025
The ocean surrounding Kauaʻi proves that sometimes the best sightseeing can be found beneath the sea. So, grab a snorkel and a pair of fins and check out the snorkeling spots on Kauaʻi that HAWAIʻI Magazine readers love the most.
The 5 Best Surf Spots on Oʻahu in 2025
Whether you’re just learning or a seasoned shredder, you’ll get stoked at these Oʻahu surf breaks.
The 5 Best Beaches in Hawaiʻi in 2025
The Hawaiian Islands are famous for their golden shorelines. But here are the top 5 beaches in Hawaiʻi, according to our readers. (Spoiler alert: There’s a new winner!)
How 11 Surf Breaks on Oʻahu Got Their Names
Every surf break has a name—and a good story that goes along with it.
5 Hawaiʻi Beaches Make Tripadvisor’s Top 10 in the U.S.
The award highlights the highest-rated beaches, as rated by travelers who have visited and shared their tips and experiences.