The north shore is many things to many people. For big wave riders, it is the peak of their craft – the navel, the source. For Honolulans, it’s the far, far country, and turning around point for Sunday drives. And for those who appreciate fresh, flavorful food, it’s fast becoming an important source of superb produce, ranging from tropical fruits to coffee, corn to free-range beef. The coastline itself displays a split personality during the course of the year. From April to October, the beaches are playgrounds, broad and golden, visited by gentle waves, and smiled on by the sun. From October through March, however, high surf robs the beaches of sand, or piles it high into dunes, and the potential danger of swimming here cannot be overstated.
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Banzai Beach encompasses the shoreline between Ke Waena and Ke Nui Roads off Kamehameha Highway. Here, broad expanses of sand fringe a rocky shore, over which the surf boils. The most famous of the wild surfing breaks is the tubular Banzai Pipeline, which attracts the greatest risk-taking surfers. Lifeguards are kept very busy here because of the steeply sloping ocean bottom and the irresistible allure of huge winter surf.
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Everything for bicycles, including rentals and repairs. You’ll also find custom boards by Bill Barnfield and stylish casual wear.
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Ample, cheap breakfasts and Mexican-accented lunches are the fare here; they’re open only until mid-afternoon. A popular surfer hangout, it’s good for people-watching and finding out what’s on in town.
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Locally grown coffees are roasted daily at this Internet café.
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This tiny airport is a center for gliding, skydiving, and scenic flights (see Adventures).
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These parks flank each other on either side of the Anahulu River, and if they look familiar it’s because they were a primary set for Baywatch Hawai’i. Ali’i Park features a boat ramp and is popular for fishing and surfing. Across the river, Hale’iwa Beach offers safe swimming and is an excellent place for a family party or picnic.
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George Atkins’ gallery has original works by more than 30 Pacific Island artists, ranging from the neo-realism of Mark Cross to the abstracts of Mihoko M.
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With a view of Hale’iwa harbor from its patio, the restaurant specializes in “boat drinks” and fresh fish.
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Plan your day to allow a couple of hours exploring historic Hale’iwa Town – the touristy top layer is built on a genuine base of community, made up of an eclectic mix of surfers, characters, and families who have lived in “the house of the ’iwa bird” for generations. Once a gracious retreat for wealthy summer visitors, the place has a certain timelessness. To get a feel for it, park at either end of town and walk, poking into shops and lingering on the Anahulu River Bridge to watch the water flow by.
Hale’iwa
Hale’iwa Town harbor
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This longtime favorite steak and seafood restaurant has a gallery and gift shop, too.
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