Keawaula Beach On Oahu`s Dry West Shore Editorial Photo

Keawa`ula Beach, better known as Yokohama Bay, is the northernmost beach on Oahu`s west shore. It is located a short distance just before the road ends and the trail to Ka`ena Point, the island`s northwestern tip, begins. This beach is truly off the beaten path. It is one of the most remote beaches on the island and is never crowded. In the winter months November to February the beach gets pounded by high surf. This is the time when many local and visiting surfers come here to experience some thrills in the churning white water. Lifeguards are present most of the time and for good reason. The rocky ocean bottom, strong currents and high waves can be dangerous especially for beginning surfers.