Sunset Beach

Sunset Beach runs along Oahu's North Shore from ʻEhukai Beach (Banzai Pipeline) to Sunset Point, taking in a string of reef breaks. Lifeguards are on duty daily, according to the State's list of lifeguarded beaches. Winter, from November through April, brings consistent huge and dangerous swells to north shores, and the State Department of Health says inexperienced surfers and swimmers of any skill level should stay out of the water in high surf. Summer, from May through October, typically brings flat to small waves, though spots open to the trade winds can still see bigger swells. Talk to the lifeguards before you go in, and if in doubt, don't go out.