278 Hawaii Military Guide • Summer-Fall 2026 KANEOHE Windward Oahu etween the stunning Ko‘olau Mountain Range and glistening Kaneohe Bay lies the peaceful, culturally rich community of Kaneohe. While it is the largest town on the Oahu’s Windward Coast, this enclave tucked between mountains and the Pacific emulates the intimate local Hawaiian lifestyle. And along Kamehameha Highway that fringes Kaneohe Bay, the quaint towns of Ahuimanu, Kahaluu, Waiāhole and Waikane brim with discoveries. Fish, snorkel, scuba dive, kayak to China Man’s Hat or boat to the famous sand bar for a day of relaxation at Kaneohe Bay. Enjoy the natural beauty of Kaneohe by hiking mountain trails, golfing along the water, taking selfies with a waterfall backdrop or spotting a rainbow after gentle showers. And with Windward Community College, Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden, shopping centers, parks and more, the picturesque Kaneohe community appeases with abundant amenities as well. B
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