Three Tables, Beach in Pupukea, Oahu, US

Three Tables is a beach on Oahu's North Shore known for its flat reef sections and sandy areas that reveal distinctive formations during low tide. The water depth varies gradually, making it accessible for both swimmers and those exploring the underwater terrain.

Three Tables lies within the Pupukea Marine Life Conservation District, established by the State of Hawaii in 1983 to protect the reef and its fish along this stretch of Oahu's North Shore. The flat tables that give the site its name are limestone reef shelves exposed at low tide, and the surrounding waters are fished only by permit.

Three Tables takes its name from three flat reef formations that sit just offshore in the Pupukea area. The beach lies within the Pupukea Marine Life Conservation District, where fishing is restricted and the reef is left for snorkellers and divers to observe.

The best time for swimming and snorkeling is from May through September when the water is calmer and warmer. Winter months bring stronger waves and rougher conditions that appeal more to experienced surfers.

The name Three Tables comes from three flat, table-like reef formations visible just offshore in shallow water. The beach lies in Pupukea, within Honolulu County on Oahu's North Shore, about 7,800 km from Washington, D.C. The area has an arid climate, with August highs averaging 24 °C and January lows around 19 °C.