• Marinas–MCBH-Kaneohe Bay, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam • Scuba Diving–MCBH-Kaneohe Bay, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam and Pililaau Army Rec Center GOLF Oahu–and Hawaii in general–is a golfer’s paradise that’s celebrated for scenic and challenging courses. Since resorts have pricier green fees and municipal courses are often crowded, nothing beats the convenience of teeing off at base courses reserved exclusively for the military. Most military golf courses have driving ranges, putting greens and locker rooms, with hours varying throughout the year. Both hand and electric carts are available for a nominal charge. • Barbers Point Golf Course (808-6821911)– Challenging 18-hole layout with views of the Waianae Mountains. • Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam– Features the 9-hole Hickam Kealohi Par Three (808-448-2318), Joint Base Malama Bay (808-449-2300) and Navy Marine (808-471-0142) courses. Malama is considered Oahu’s top military course, while the Navy Marine Course is ranked as being by many seasoned golfers among the top 10 military courses globally. • Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course (808254-2107)–Dubbed “A Poor Man’s Pebble Beach” for its back nine running along popular MCBH-Kaneohe Bay’s North Beach surfing site. • Leilehua Golf Course (808-655-4653)– Ranked tops among Oahu’s Army courses for its long, demanding layout that plays amid towering eucalyptus trees. • Walter Nagorski Golf Course at Fort Shafter (808-438-9587)–Hilly 9-hole layout named for the local golf pro who helped beautify Hawaii’s military courses for 25plus years. HIKING The best way to experience the hidden heart of Oahu is by hiking an off-the-beaten-path trail. The island boasts a myriad of options meandering from lush valleys with waterfalls to scenic ridgelines. Recreation & Activities 176
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTcxMjMwNg==