With approximately 750 miles of coastline, one might be surprised to learn that Hawaii is fourth in terms of states with the longest coastlines – behind Alaska, Florida, and California. But what we lack in terms of coastal miles, we more than make up for with a plethora of stunning, secret spots along the coast. If you haven’t been, this beautiful forest and beach absolutely deserve a spot on your Hawaii bucket list.
Tucked away off the beaten path on Oahu’s eastern shore, Sherwood Beach is a marvelous stretch of sand backed by a heavily wooded area known as Sherwood Forest.
Though officially known as Waimanalo Bay Beach Park — not to be confused with the nearby Waimanalo Beach Park — most locals still refer to this spot as Sherwoods and flock to the beach on weekends and holidays.
This isn’t a tourist hotspot, so if you visit during the week, you might find the beach nearly deserted. It’s easy to see why couples love getting married here.
With the forest of ironwood pines beautifully contrasted against the beach’s fine, white sand and the crystalline turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean, this is one of our favorite coastal secrets.
Rarely will you find a forest this enchanting so close to one of the Aloha State's prettiest beaches.
Views of the Ko’olau mountains and one of Oahu’s most recognizable offshore islands will have photographers snapping photos left and right while local families make a splash in the calm surf.
If you've yet to visit this secluded spot, what are you waiting for? The water is inviting and you can even camp here on the weekends!
Have you ever been to this underrated Hawaiian beach? Share your experiences and opinions with us in the comments below! What's your favorite Oahu beach? Does it happen to be one of the incredible beaches that makes up the incredible 10-mile stretch that extends from the Marine Corps Base Kaneohe to Makapu’u Beach Park?
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