Goat Island (Mokuauia)

Goat Island is Mokūʻauia, a State seabird sanctuary islet in Lāʻie Bay, just offshore from Mālaekahana. Wedge-tailed shearwaters and ʻopaeʻula are often found on the islet. DLNR lists birdwatching and swimming here under restricted rules, so stay below the high water mark and leave before sunset, since the islet is closed until sunrise. Fires, dogs, camping, tents, tarps and other structures are not allowed at any time. It is not on the State's list of lifeguarded beaches, and the City lists no tower at Mokūʻauia, Mālaekahana or Lāʻie, so judge the water with care and if in doubt, don't go out. On shore, Mālaekahana State Recreation Area is a wooded State beach park with swimming and shore fishing.