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Sand Island State Recreation Area, Honolulu, HI
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Sand Island State Recreation Area

A small, arid urban coastal park on Oahu near Honolulu Harbor, known for shoreline camping and views.

Honolulu, HI

About Sand Island State Recreation Area

This 14-acre state park on Oahu sits in a heavily industrial area close to downtown Honolulu and under the flight path of Honolulu International Airport. Visitors can picnic, walk, fish from the shore, and surf near a small sand beach, with views of Honolulu Harbor and ocean sunsets. Camping is offered on weekends only and requires a permit. The park borders the Sand Island off-highway vehicle day use area, which has tracks and trails for motorized vehicles and BMX bikes. Notices on the page say comfort stations are closed and camping is currently closed, so check before going.

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