Hale'iwa Travel Guide
Welcome to Hale'iwa!
Over a century ago, businessman
Benjamin J. Dillingham saw great potential where the town of Hale'iwa now sits.
Dillingham wanted to build a grand hotel that would grace the end of the railway
line he constructed to connect his sugar plantations. The beautiful beachside
resort Dillingham called “Hale'iwa” is now gone, but in its place sits a scenic
town that bears the same name. The community of Hale'iwa is a mecca for surfers
and is located 24 mi (38.6 km) north of Hawaii's
largest city, Honolulu. High waves,
gorgeous beaches, surf shops
and a laid back attitude continues to draw surfers from across Oahu
to the old plantation town. Hale'iwa also has a museum that chronicles the history
of the sport. The North
Shore Surf & Cultural Museum houses an extensive collection of antique surf
boards, memorabilia and numerous other items. Visitors who are not into riding
the waves can relax in the calm water at Hale'iwa
Beach Park, a popular swimming spot. Although the town is known for its water
activities, it also boasts a prominent art scene. The Hawaiian
Ethnic Art Museum features Indigenous art and a Maui Loa rock image collection.
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