List of Lifeguarded Beaches in Hawaii

Going to a lifeguarded beach can save your life in the event of an emergency. Below is a list of Hawaii’s lifeguard protected beaches with schedules. Click on any beach name to get directions, description/background, beach amenities, and current conditions provided by HawaiiBeachSafety.com.

Call 911 for lifeguard services if there is no lifeguard in the tower.

Swipe left & right over beach names to view lifeguard schedule.

Kauai Beaches

Kauai South Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Kekaha Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm
Salt Pond Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm
Poipu Beach: Nukumoi Tower	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm
Poipu Beach: Poipu Tower	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm

Kauai East Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Lydgate Beach/Pond: Lydgate Tower	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm
Kealia Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm
Anahola Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm

Kauai North Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Hanalei Bay: Pavillion Tower	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm
Hanalei Bay: Pinetrees Tower	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm
Haena Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm
Kee Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am – 6pm

Oahu Beaches

Oahu South Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Ala Moana Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Magic Island Lagoon	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Waikiki – Dukes	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Waikiki – Kuhio	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Waikiki – Queens	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Waikiki – Kapiolani Park	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Sans Souci	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Hanauma Bay	Sun-Mon 6:00 am – 4:30 pm
Sandy Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm

Oahu Windward (East) Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Makapuu Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Waimanalo Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Waimanalo Bay	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Bellows Field Beach	Weekends only 8:00 am-6:30pm
Kailua Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Kualoa Regional Park	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm (Open 7 days a week from Memorial day to Labor Day. Weekends and holidays the rest of the year.)

Oahu North Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Sunset Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Ehukai Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Ke Waena Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Chun’s Reef	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Waimea Bay	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Laniakea Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Haleiewa Alii Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Pokai Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm

Oahu Waianae (West) Shore)	Lifeguard Schedule
Keawaula Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Makaha Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Maili Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Depot’s Beach	Weekends & Holidays Only, 8:00 am-6:30pm
Nanakuli Beach	Mon-Sun, 8:00 am-6:30pm

Maui Beaches

Maui North Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Hookipa Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm
Baldwin Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm
Kanaha Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm

Maui West Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
D.T. Fleming Park	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm
Hanakaoo Park	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm

Maui Kihei (South) Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Kamaole 1	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm
Kamaole 2	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm
Kamaole 3	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm
Makena State Park	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm

Maui East Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Hana Bay	Mon-Sun, 8am-4:45pm

Hawaii Island Beaches

Hawaii Island East Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Leleiwi Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm
Carlsmith Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm
Richardson Ocean Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm
Onekahakaha Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm
Honolii Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm
Punaluu Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm

Hawaii Island West Shore	Lifeguard Schedule
Spencer Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm
Hapuna Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm
Kahaluu Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm
White Sands (Laaloa) Beach Park	Mon-Sun, 9:30am – 4:45pm

See a short documentary about the history of lifeguarding in Hawaii

Understanding Beach Hazard Ratings

Beach hazard ratings are designed to help you identify a beach that is appropriate to your ocean skill level. Lifeguarded beaches are rated based on ocean conditions and known beach hazards.

Beach & Nearshore Conditions:
Primarily for beachgoers, surfers and swimmers

Yellow: Caution

This is the lowest hazard rating for nearshore conditions. Approach the ocean with caution. Be vigilant of changing conditions, especially at beaches known for strong shorebreaks and on exposed rocks or cliffs near the ocean. Avoid exposed rocks that are wet from surf. Watch for holes and channels in shallow water. Weak swimmers should not venture offshore as the seafloor drops off quickly and tidal currents, winds and waves are strong on most island shores.

Red: High Hazard

Swimmers are advised to stay out of the ocean. Any shoreline activity is extremely hazardous and may lead to injury. Lifeguards will monitor ocean access. Avoid areas of wet sand or rock.

Black: Extreme Hazard

Swimmers are advised to stay out of the ocean. Currents and surge on the beach are quite strong and shorebreak can cause injury. Avoid exposed beaches and rocky shoreline. Remain beyond the reach of waves as indicated by wet send or rocks. Be aware of the variable nature of wave groups and lulls.

Kauai Beaches

Oahu Beaches

Maui Beaches

Hawaii Island Beaches