Best campgrounds by island · Permits · Water quality tips
One of Oahu’s best beach camping spots. State park with tent camping on the sand near Laie. Good swimming conditions in calm summer months. Access to Goat Island offshore (wade at low tide only).
Open for camping Fri-Sun only. Beautiful white sand beach on the windward coast. Stream nearby creates moderate bacteria risk after rain.
Calm, protected bay ideal for families. Kahana Stream mouth nearby means waiting after rain is essential. County permit required.
One of Hawaii’s most iconic camping spots. Black lava sand, sea caves, and dramatic ocean views. Swimming at the black sand beach can be rough — check conditions carefully.
County park camping on north Maui’s best beach. Lifeguards on duty during the day. Stream mouth at east end — avoid that area after rain.
Hawaii’s longest beach at 17 miles. Extremely remote. Swimming is dangerous due to shore break and currents — this is a beach for sunsets and stargazing, not swimming.
Protected swimming, good facilities, and historically significant Hawaiian salt ponds. The calmest beach camping with swimming on Kauai.
Calm, protected swimming adjacent to Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site. Full facilities including showers. Good water quality from the dry Kohala Coast climate.
World-class beach with A-frame shelter camping. Lifeguards on duty. Excellent swimming in summer but dangerous shore break in winter. Book well in advance.
Top-rated experiences near this beach. Check water quality above, then plan your trip.
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⚠️ Important Disclaimer
Safe to Swim Hawaii is an independent passion project — not affiliated with the Hawaii Department of Health or any government agency. Water quality ratings are estimates based on publicly available testing data and geographic analysis. They are not real-time measurements and may not reflect current conditions.
Always verify current water quality conditions with the Hawaii DOH Clean Water Branch before entering the water.
This site does not recommend or advise anyone to swim at any beach. We share government data and geographic analysis so you can make your own informed decisions. By using this site you accept full responsibility for your own safety. See our Terms of Use for full details.
When in doubt, don’t go out. 🤙