Local Spots in Makaha

Beaches & Natural Attractions

Makaha Beach Park

Legendary west‑side surf spot with lifeguards, showers, and bathrooms. Great for surfing, snorkeling, diving, fishing, paddle boarding, or sunset watching. Scenes from 2025 Lilo & Stitch Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride was filmed on Makaha Beach.

Yokohama Bay

A lovely cove just north of Makaha Beach — ideal for snorkeling and ocean views.

Makua Beach

One of the most secluded beaches clear waters vibrant coral reef great for snorkeling and diving.

Kaʻena Point Trail

Hike out to this remote westernmost tip of Oʻahu. Stunning coastal views and potential wildlife sightings.

Maunalahilahi Point Trail

Short but scenic hike up Mauna Lahilahi (aka 'thin mountain'), offering panoramic views across Makaha.

Pu'u O Hulu (Maili PInk Pill Box)

Surrounded by beautiful mountain views that overlook the Waianae Coast 45 minutes to reach the top.

Local Eats

Based on reviews from Yelp & TripAdvisor:

(Local Delivery Service Uber Eats)

"Mountain Magic Shave Ice

L&L Hawaiian BBQ – Local fast-serve BBQ Plate Lunches

80 Percent What You Eat (Highly rated healthy spot in Makaha Use house discount)

Lilikoi Lounge (located at Makaha Golf Course

Countryside Café (Waianae) – breakfast & brunch spot just down the road

Lanterns Restaurant Steak and Lobster

Activities & Tours

Private Yacht for 17 to tour the west snorkel fish and turtles, whales and dolphins and more. (Leaves from Koolina

• Dolphin Excursions Hawaii – Boat tours for snorkeling with dolphins & turtles all leave from Waianae.

• West Oahu Snorkel or Sunset Cruises – Offered via local tour operators

• Surf lessons & board rental – Iconic Makaha Beach offers smaller waves in summer for beginners

Nearby Shops & Neighborhood Amenities

Makaha offers a handful of small local shops, groceries, and casual eateries serving Hawaiian-style comfort food.

Tamuras Grocery Store (Fresh Poke)

Waianae Grocery (Fresh Poke)

Aloha Stadium Swap meet great for souvineer shopping and local buys.

Ka Makana Alili (shopping mall) located in Kapolei

For more options, drive 15–20 minutes east to the Ko Olina shopping & dining complex. or Kapolei additional 10 min