Ala Moana Beach Park

Ala Moana Regional Park is a 100-acre public beach park located between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. The park features a half-mile long gold-sand beach that is popular for swimming, sunbathing, and other beach activities.

Protected by a shallow reef offshore, Ala Moana Beach is one of the most popular open ocean swimming sites in Hawaii, with an estimated 4 million visitors annually. The ocean bottom drops off quickly, so novice swimmers should use caution. Lifeguards are stationed on the beach daily.

The park includes large grassy areas shaded by banyan trees and palm trees, making it a favored spot for picnicking, barbecues, and recreational activities. Tennis courts, volleyball courts, and walking paths can be found throughout the park grounds.

Ala Moana Beach Park also encompasses Magic Island, a man-made peninsula with a shallow lagoon that is ideal for families with young children. The park offers stunning views of the ocean and is a popular place to watch the sunset.

Originally a swampy marshland, Ala Moana Park was created in the 1930s as part of a land reclamation project. The park was dedicated in 1934 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt as "The People's Park." Today, it remains one of Hawaii's oldest and busiest parks, serving as an important recreational space for both local residents and tourists.

The park is open daily from 4:00 am to 10:00 pm. Parking can be challenging during peak times, especially on weekends and holidays. Visitors are advised to arrive early to secure a spot.