10 Beaches in Hawaii You Need to Know More About

So many beaches in Hawaii, so little time. Looking for something a little under the radar? Check out one of these ten beaches, which you should know more about.

Like watching shore-pounding waves? Like a lot of activity in the water? Sandy's Beach on Oahu's south shore is right beside the popular Halona Blowhole, yet remains firmly entrenched as a locals' beach. It's not the best place to be if you want to swim in the summer due to its wicked shore break, but it's a great place for people watching-namely, bodysurfers who take delight in the dangerous shore break.

Yokohama is one of the most remote beaches on Oahu. It sits at the end of the road on the island's west side, more than an hour's drive from downtown Honolulu. It is good for casual snorkeling and swimming on calm days; on rougher ones, the views take over as the main attraction, including the Waianae mountains and Kaena Point. Facing due west, it is perfect for catching the sunset.

Over on the east side of Oahu, in the shadow of the Makapuu Lighthouse, is a beach by the same name. Attracting more locals than tourists, it is beloved for its off-island views and laid-back atmosphere. Big surf is often present, attracting bodyboarders and other young beachgoers.

Despite the fact that it is located right next to Pu'uhonua o Honaunau Historical Site, Honaunau Bay hasn't caught on with tourists, who focus mainly on nearby Kealakekua Bay. Though very rocky and not great for lounging, Honaunua's shoreline is well-maintained and beautiful (it was, after all, once a retreat for Hawaiian royalty) and offers some nice snorkeling and exploring.

Secret Beach is not really a secret, but it still goes by the name, and it still takes a little effort to find-although not much. Just north of the Kilauea Lighthouse, its wide, sandy beach offers nice views and, on mellow days, plenty of room to swim. The journey to reach it, which takes you through a residential neighborhood and down a long staircase, makes arriving at Secret Beach a little more exciting.

Kee Beach is the gateway to the Napali Coast, and has been a cherished spot for some time. It makes the list here, though, because of new rules that now govern-and limit-its access. Be sure to read up on the new permit system to ensure you are able to access it going forward.

Baldwin Beach reflects the attitude of its nearby town, Paia, in its laid-back and hippy vibes. Featuring nice views of the West Maui mountains and a steady breeze (Baldwin is popular with kite surfers), it also hosts community events, like drum circles, and though not on the west coast, offers spectacular sunsets.

You don't actually need to be on Hookipa Beach to realize it's greatness; you just have to be near it. One of the best things about Hookipa is the views from the cliff above the beach cove (shown in the above photo). Being down by the water is not too shabby, either-it's a frequent site for sea turtles and a hub of activity for surfers and watermen.

Papohaku Beach is one of the longest beaches in Hawaii. Way out on the west coast of Molokai, it's also one of the least visited. If you are looking for personal space, you won't find a better place in the Hawaiian islands. Stay past sunset-once it's dark, you can see across the channel to Oahu and its lighthouses.

Shipwreck Beach on Lanai has one of the most unique views of any beach in Hawaii. Multiple ships have wrecked along Lanai's north shore-the two most famous being World War II navy vessels (in the photo above, we see the YOGN-42). There are at least a dozen known wrecks in the area, making this beach one of great intrigue and history.