About this Location

Facility Overview

The parking area at 45-613 Puohala Street is located in the relaxed, scenic community of Kaneohe on the Windward side of Oahu. Designed primarily as an outdoor surface parking facility, this location offers convenient neighborhood parking in close proximity to residential zones, educational centers, and Windward community facilities. Because it is an open-air lot, there are no overhead clearance barriers or low garage ceilings, making it exceptionally accommodating for taller vehicles including lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, minivans, and roof-rack-equipped passenger vehicles commonly driven around the island.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated just moments away from major thoroughfares like Kaneohe Bay Drive and Kamehameha Highway, 45-613 Puohala Street provides immediate access to essential Windward Oahu destinations:

Puohala Elementary School: Located within immediate walking distance, offering convenient nearby parking for parents, staff, and school event attendees.
Windward Mall: Situated approximately 1 mile away (a 4-minute drive), housing major retail stores, movie theaters, dining spots, and local craft fairs.
Kaneohe Bay & Kaneohe Beach Park: Less than a 5-minute drive away, granting easy access to coastal views, kayaking, and marine recreation.
Castle High School & Windward Community College: Located within a short 5- to 7-minute drive, convenient for local sports matches and performing arts events.
Heʻeia State Park & Kealohi Point: Roughly 2 miles to the north, offering lush waterfront grounds and cultural heritage sites.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to 45-613 Puohala Street is straightforward via Kamehameha Highway (Route 83) and Kaneohe Bay Drive, turning onto Puohala Street. Traffic flow along this neighborhood corridor is typically relaxed, though morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up periods near area schools can cause brief congestion. For public transit users, TheBus operates several local routes along nearby Kamehameha Highway and Kaneohe Bay Drive, connecting riders to Kailua, Honolulu via the Pali Highway (Route 61), or over the H-3 freeway.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air ground-level parking spaces allowing ease of entry and exit.
No vertical clearance limitations, comfortably fitting large SUVs, work trucks, and vehicles with surf or paddleboard racks.
Direct sidewalk and street access into the adjacent Kaneohe neighborhoods.
Proximity to major windward transit connections and shopping districts.

Ideal For

Local residents, visiting guests, and neighborhood visitors seeking stress-free parking.
Parents and family members attending functions, performances, or sporting events at local schools.
Outdoor enthusiasts staging vehicles before heading out toward Kaneohe Bay water sports and Windward parks.
Shoppers and diners seeking convenient access to nearby central Kaneohe amenities.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When parking along Puohala Street, ensure your vehicle is parked completely within marked stalls or curbside allowances without encroaching on driveways or pedestrian walkways. Keep vehicle doors locked and secure all beach gear, bags, and valuables out of plain view. During school morning start and afternoon dismissal hours, plan for an extra few minutes of travel time to navigate local residential traffic safely.