Makaha

Makaha sits at the end of the road on Oahu's west side, and that remoteness is precisely its appeal. The beaches here are wide, uncrowded, and largely undisturbed, backed by the dramatic ridgelines of the Waianae Mountains and fronted by some of the most powerful surf on the island. Makaha Beach itself has a storied place in Hawaiian surfing history, hosting one of the world's first international surf competitions and remaining a beloved break among serious surfers to this day. The community is local, unhurried, and far removed from the energy of Waikiki or the polished resort scene of Ko Olina. Gather’s vacation rentals on Makaha are for travelers who want open space and authentic west side Oahu character.