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  • 4/5 Spencer Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Probably the best beach on the south side to catch waves. Thereโ€™s lots of space and several washing stations. There is also ample parking and rentals available too. Only downside is the rentals close at like 4:30 which seems super early and you cannot bring in dogs. I wish there was a dog area of the beach people could use. They do also have a food truck there now which is great, I hope it stays and maybe even more trucks come there as well.
    10 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Wolfram R. 6 months ago on Google โ€ข 82 reviews
    Beautiful spacious beach. Surfboard rental is for armed forces only. However, the beach is open to the public. Waves are ok for surf beginners. Public toilets and showers are available. There are lockers, you have to bring a padlock.

  • 3/5 Melvin D. 1 year ago on Google
    White Plains is an excellent location for beginners to learn how to surf, which is one of the reasons I enjoy going there. The waves rarely get too large, particularly during the colder months. Because they never stop, it can be very taxing to keep up with them. It is possible for there to be a lot of people there during the weekends and off days, but the beach itself is not particularly remarkable. The sunsets, on the other hand, can be quite lovely.
    5 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Hal C. 2 years ago on Google
    White Plains Beach or Barberโ€™s Point is located on Federal property and is operated by the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department of the U.S. Military. I observed surfing, sun bathing, paddle boarding, cook outs and children playing in the water. There are lifeguards on duty, restrooms, showers, changing areas, gazebos for reserve and ample parking available. There are cottages available for rent through the MWR. The beach was very crowded the day I went and no one was wearing mask.
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Lad M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great waves lifeguard on the beach.
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Carl R. 2 years ago on Google
    For surfing it's a 4. For swimming a 3. They have a designated swim area, lifeguards, and plenty of covered picnic tables. There is also a food truck on sight most days. The swim area is small and the turbulence makes the water cloudy. The sand beach is clean but small. However it's a great place for Kapolei locals to escape the more touristy beaches and practice surfing on less intimidating waves.
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Oxana B. 6 years ago on Google
    This beach is perfect to catch some waves wether youโ€™re on sub or body board, they have lifeguards on duty and some shaded areas with table and benches for all day rent/use. Water is amazing but there are lots of rocks, so watch out. Also not the place for baby swim, too many strong waves, but overall we loved it and had a great time on body boards!
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 โ€ข 3 years ago on Google
    Brought the family over here. It's a huge beach. It's a great beach if you're a beginner surfer. It's pretty cool because they have an area for swimmers only as well. There are waves but not too out of control. Sometimes it's windy it was a little windy today. Not bad though overall a really good beach experience. Lots and lots of sand. We stayed for a long time maybe 5 hours. There's also a place where you can walk on a reef and check out the sites very scenic.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Alexander Van M. 2 years ago on Google
    MWR has great deals for military members, including super cheap equipment rentals and surfing lessons. The waves seem great for both beginners and regular surfers based on the crowd I saw in the water.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Mandy W. 10 months ago on Google
    This was about 15 mins from our hotel in Kapolei. We went here twice. One because it had a great family picture spot for us. The first time we went was just to play on the beach. It was one of the calmer beaches with the kids.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Nicholas B. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a pretty popular beach for longboard surfers whom bring their boards and those with a Military or Civilian CAC/ID card that can rent surfboards. The beach is beautiful - a little bit short but a great spot to take a quick dip and enjoy the scenery and there are often lots of longboard and Stand Up Paddleboarders (SUP) out on the waves. It is quite enjoyable to watch the experienced surfers ride waves for sometimes close to a minute, especially the SUPs that can propel themselves further. "High Theft Area" signs posted at entrance to beach. Be safe, enjoy the sun, sand and water! Mahalo!
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Cathy T. 2 years ago on Google
    Not too crowded and nice waves.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Luke M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great local beach. A bit out of the way on the Ewa side. Parking lot not paved, but ample parking. Good area for surfers not giant waves bit good South shore swell area. Bath room and shower facilities on-site. Picnic areas for food action. Great vista of Diamond Head and Honolulu.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Jim S. 1 year ago on Google
    White Plains is super accessible, plenty of parking, good restrooms. The waves come in constantly and never get too big. Itโ€™s a great place to learn to surf. The wind can get pretty high so donโ€™t expect to set up a beach tent, canopy, or keep your hat on.
    2 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Bronco K. K. W. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place for family and some decent sets rolling in.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Claire C T. 2 years ago on Google
    Hanging out with the locals because we don't want to be with the rest of the tourists in Waikiki!
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Shantel K. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice little beach good for swimming and relaxing. Bring water shoes
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Anant N. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice beach, lots of parking. Good surf. There are ready areas too and picnic areas. Not all areas are open due to Covid, but there is beach access
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Kikumi P. 8 months ago on Google
    What used to be a local beach definitely has more and more tourists every time I come here but itโ€™s still a great surfing beach that monk seals frequent.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 BY (. 1 year ago on Google
    Good parking. Wide sandy beach. life guard and surfing ๐Ÿ„โ€โ™€๏ธ ๐Ÿค™๐Ÿฝ
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Sgt. David E โ€œchowhoundโ€ Swiger U. 2 years ago on Google
    Again missed out on any sea life from shore but a great family beach to visit
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Hawaii G. 3 years ago on Google
    Would be great if there was no coral reef

  • 5/5 Abby E. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 5/5 Mariko K. 1 month ago on Google โ€ข 27 reviews New
    It's been raining a lot lately, so let's go to Ewa Beach, which is said to be the least rainy place (?)! ! So, my husband and I went on a short driveโ™ช If you follow the news from Google Maps...huh? here? ? I went down a back road like this, but I was able to follow it properly. (lol) The word "White" caught my eye and I automatically imagined Shirahama, but a (white) simple beach? It was ๐Ÿ–๏ธ๐Ÿ˜… When I went there, I could see Diamond Head in the distance, and it was a comfortable beach where you could relax and relax. It was cold so I didn't go into the sea this time, but my husband said it wasn't suitable for snorkeling๐Ÿ˜… However, there are moderate waves, so it might be good for surfing beginners. ? And. (โ†My husband is also a surfing beginner๐Ÿ”ฐ) There is a lifeguard hut (?), but I think it was unmanned when we went...so I doubt if it's for beginner surfers๐Ÿ„. There is also a shower ๐Ÿšฟ, so you can feel refreshed even after entering the sea โ™ช It felt so good to lather on the beach...๐Ÿ˜Š It's a little far from Waikiki, so if you're going for a drive, I think it's a nice, hidden beach. As for the weather...I can't beat the rainy season, and even though I've come this far, it's been raining lightly๐Ÿ˜…

  • 4/5 Joe The average m. 3 years ago on Google
    Great beach for learning to surf

  • 5/5 Stephanie S. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a pretty beach filled with military families and surfers. We had fun watching surfers here and just laying in the sun. The bathrooms however were really disgusting.

  • 4/5 Lovely R. 3 years ago on Google
    Perfect of you're trying to catch the waves

  • 5/5 Mark G. 2 years ago on Google
    MWR military rentals and sweet waves. Stay groovy.

  • 3/5 Kamilla M. 2 years ago on Google
    Its awesome for surfing and wave riding but not as much for kids as I heard. Nice beach but not at all all people praise about.

  • 3/5 Jordan G. 3 years ago on Google
    Decent beach that seems to be mostly locals for a change. It is more sandy than other beaches nearby but when swimming youโ€™ll smash your feet/toes on rocks pretty often which takes away from the enjoyment. Sand is sloped and has a drop off right after entering the water. Seems to be very popular for surfing. Not much fun for anything else water wise or kids wise.

  • 5/5 None A. 1 year ago on Google
    For me this is the best.good for surfing.plenty parking lot.not too crowded.clean restroom.and they have locker too .

  • 4/5 Seydou C. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice beach with plenty of sport areas such as volleyball. It's also a great place for surfing and swimming.

  • 5/5 Yaminah Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful beach. Well worth a visit

  • 5/5 richelle p. 6 months ago on Google
    Great beginner beach for surfing and also great for those just looking to have fun. I recommend this beach to all my friends and anyone I'm teaching to surf. The waves are consistent, and you can touch the bottom pretty far out. The military can rent boards and condos, but the public can not (or just bring someone from the military, and then you can)

  • 5/5 Allen Plumlee AM Home I. 5 months ago on Google
    Amazing... cool spot for long boarding. As with any break or surf spot, respect the lineup, respect the locals, and enjoy the stoke!!!

  • 5/5 Imani R. 7 months ago on Google
    One of my favorite beaches on Oahu to relax and chill, watch the surfers and soak in the sun!

  • 5/5 Julia F. 5 months ago on Google
    Great beach. Plenty of room to park. We went five days in a row and the beach was never crowded. Waves were great and not too rocky.

  • 5/5 Karyn M. 3 years ago on Google
    Everything was very neatly organizated is to get 2the things your looking for..Employees where very friendly and they young man that waited on us and cashed us out was super friendly wished I'd of caught his name cause this young man was awesome I do Highly recommend this place for ur lit fur babies or if your wanting2 adopt a cat,dog, gerbils,etc..This is the Best places2go A+++

  • 5/5 steve s. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to just hang out on the beach. Good waves coming to the shore. Fun for all ages

  • 4/5 Steve P. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice beach. Good waves. Can get cowards on the weekend since itโ€™s rather small

  • 5/5 Aaron G. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful scenery, clean bathrooms and planty of amenities to enjoy a great beach day.

  • 5/5 Jay G. 3 years ago on Google
    AWESOME beach. Good constant beginner waves. Itโ€™s a drive to get there, and I would NOT leave anything valuable in your car, but itโ€™s a great spot to get away and feel local (unless you are already). Donโ€™t swim too far out from shore unless you like walking on coral. Also, be mindful when you are surfing, that when you fall, donโ€™t dive in. Try to fall flat on the water or you might get scraped by coral during low tide.

  • 5/5 Skylar B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great for surfing, waves were a little high for little ones but it depends what time you go. Bathrooms and showers available, and a little snack shop. Ample parking and a lifeguard!

  • 5/5 Roland L. 3 years ago on Google
    Great surfing beach for beginners

  • 5/5 Phillip V. 3 years ago on Google
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  • 4/5 Jamie B. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice beach area with decent bathrooms.

  • 5/5 alex f. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place

  • 4/5 william d. 3 years ago on Google
    Lots of beach area..can be popular when the weather is good, especially on weekends.

  • 3/5 Markham B. 3 years ago on Google
    good waves and out of the way, but not necessarily picturesque.

  • 5/5 Eric G. 3 years ago on Google
    Great beach for the family. Not crowded

  • 5/5 Nitz B. 3 years ago on Google
    Super great little surf beach. Family spot

  • 5/5 L M C. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice petite beach with Lifeguard, great for surfing and relaxing

  • 5/5 Stephanie R. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing beach! High tides. Great place for surfers ๐Ÿ„โ€โ™‚๏ธ

  • 5/5 CP 3 years ago on Google
    Great beach for beginner surfers๐Ÿค™

  • 5/5 Rich S. 3 years ago on Google
    Good vibes, mellow easy goin good fun times. Clean facilities and Plenty parking.

  • 3/5 Lee Lee C. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a coo public beach

  • 5/5 Catherine M Portillo nee Elder J. 3 years ago on Google
    White sandy beach with a Diamond head view!

  • 4/5 Darna G. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place to learn how to surf, when its not so crowded..Its like a small version of Waikiki..Once in while you will see the Hawaiian Monk Seals resting on the sand, when you see them keep your distance and make sure no one Harms them.

  • 5/5 Brandon D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place with different breaks for all skill levels of surfing. Not too intimidating for beginners

  • 5/5 Erica Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Good for beginner surfers.

  • 5/5 J M. 3 years ago on Google
    Don't go here, lots of sharks ๐Ÿฆˆ ๐Ÿ˜‰

  • 1/5 Ready 3 D. 3 years ago on Google
    If u want to surf a mushy break and get mauled by kooks all day this the place for u. P.s don't bring a nice board

  • 5/5 Cheryl A. 3 years ago on Google
    Monk seal sunbathing... please keep distance (pic is with zoom)if you are these cuties. Beach is closed so plan to be IN the water at all times.

  • 4/5 Leonard F. 3 years ago on Google
    Fun beach for the family to enjoy. Great place to learn how to surf.

  • 5/5 Keisha M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice sandy area to swim and to get started before hitting the waves. Bathroom and showers are decent.

  • 4/5 Mike G. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place for beginner surfing. Beach is ok, but the waves can be a little strong for little ones.

  • 5/5 Phil J. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place, best of the best beaches on Oahu. Hidden gem. Go often.

  • 4/5 Kama'aina G. 3 years ago on Google
    This is where I learn to surf in the early 1970's. Use to be a Navy military beach. Now it's open to the public. Great beach if you're just learning to surf. One drawback ...tiger sharks do love this area so surf with caution. Cool thing about this beach.... monk seals love to nap here. Please be respectful of them. Admire them at a distance and use your telefoto lens when taking fotos. They need their rest and trust me they can move faster then you can run on the beach which could be dangerous to you.

  • 5/5 J-ci 8. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to surf


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