Bellows Field Beach Park

220 Tinker Rd, Waimanalo, HI 96795

Three miles of fine sand fronting an ironwood forest on Oahu's windward coast, sharing the beach with Bellows Air Force Station. The public side is gated and only open Friday noon through Sunday midnight plus federal holidays — the rest of the week it belongs to the military.

Great day for a beach walk.

7.2ft waves · 79°F water · 79°F air

Full NWS forecast for Thursday

Scattered rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 79. East northeast wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight

Scattered rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76. East northeast wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Weather

  • 79°F air — ideal beach weather
  • 31% rain — pop-up showers possible
  • 18 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything

Water

  • 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

  • UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
  • 7.2ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
50 /100
ok
39 Swim
53 Sunbathe
70 Walk
69 Photo

Best for walking today

Water level 0.6 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 1612480 · Observed 0.48 ft · Predicted -0.12 ft

Air Temp
79°F
Clear
Wind
18 mph
ENE
Rain
31%
Thursday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
79°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
7.2 ft
8s · NE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PHZ114)

The HFO office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.

  • HIZ003 Kauai n/a
  • HIZ006 Oahu n/a
  • HIZ017 Maui n/a
  • HIZ052 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
  • HIZ053 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
  • HIZ054 Big Island Windward and Southeast n/a
  • HIZ023 Big Island Leeward n/a

NWS SRF · HFO · Issued Jun 25, 1:06 PM

Sunrise
11:50 AM
Sunset
1:16 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-day chart →
Time Type Height
5:13 AM Low -0.1 ft
1:32 PM High 2.2 ft
Today Jun 25
79°

Scattered Rain Showers

31%
66
Fri Jun 26
79°

Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

30%
70
Sat Jun 27
79°

Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

31%
70
Sun Jun 28
79°

Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

32%
70
Mon Jun 29
80°

Scattered Rain Showers

37%
66
Tue Jun 30
80°

Scattered Rain Showers

41%
53
Wed Jul 1
80°

Chance Rain Showers

55%
53
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
  • optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 31% rain chance

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

Free, large lot inside the gate; only accessible during public hours.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited — pets are not permitted in the public beach area on Bellows.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

220 Tinker Rd, Waimanalo, HI 96795

lifeguardsrestroomsshowerspicnic tablescamping (permit, weekends)shade
Is Bellows Field Beach Park dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited — pets are not permitted in the public beach area on Bellows.

Is there an entry fee at Bellows Field Beach Park?

Entry to Bellows Field Beach Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Bellows Field Beach Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Bellows Field Beach Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Bellows Field Beach Park?

Amenities at Bellows Field Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic tables, camping (permit, weekends), shade.

When is the water warmest at Bellows Field Beach Park?

Hawaiian water is consistently 75-82°F year-round, with the summer peak in August-September. Swimming comfortable every month; rip currents and shore-break hazards drive the safety picture more than temperature.

Where is Bellows Field Beach Park located?

Bellows Field Beach Park is in Honolulu County, HI, at 220 Tinker Rd, Waimanalo, HI 96795.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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