Kahana Bay
| Kahana Bay Beach Park | |
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| Location | Hawaii, U.S. |
| Nearest city | Kaʻaʻawa |
| Coordinates | 21°33′59.00″N 157°52′19.00″W / 21.5663889°N 157.8719444°W |
| Governing body | Hawai'i Department of Land and Natural Resources |
Kahana Bay and Kahana Bay Beach Park are located on the windward side of the island of Oahu in the state of Hawaii.[1][2]
Description
Kahana Bay and beach park is located along the Kamehameha Highway on Oahu adjacent to Ahupua'a O Kahana State Park between Kaʻaʻawa and Punaluʻu. The beach is known for fishing, wading and serenity and although it is a beach park, it has limited facilities due to its remote location.[3]
History
The area around Kahana, especially mauka (up hill), was historically a native Hawaiian fishing and farming community prior to Western contact. Due to the abundant fresh water and fertile soil in the valley, the area was able to sustain a small population. Kahana Bay was said to provide a sustainable supply of fish and shellfish.[4]
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Coordinates: 21°33′59.00″N 157°52′19.00″W / 21.5663889°N 157.8719444°W