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Mākua Beach & Kuaokala Forest Reserve Mountains

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Away from buildings, hotels and tourists, is one of the most pristine beaches on the island of Oahu. The luxurious sand and turquoise water depicts a serene stretch of untouched natural beauty that's best seen from above the shoreline. (before flying a drone, check and follow local drone regulations and permit requirements)

Plan

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Skill level

Moderate
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Drone
  • Camera (optional)
  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Diving gear (optional)

How to get there

N21° 31' 51.3012"W158° 13' 45.6132"
This drone image was taken above the Mākua Beach shoreline, with a view of the Kuaokala Forest Reserve mountains in the background. Mākua Beach is located along the northwest part of the island. Typically, there's bad traffic heading here, so I like to leave downtown Honolulu by 3pm at the latest. From Honolulu, head north along Farrington Highway (93) and then park in the lot called Parking for Mākua Beach (21.526078, -158.227812). Walk north toward the shoreline where you can launch your drone and you'll be able to photograph a similar north-facing perspective of the ocean and mountains.

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