After the canal was completed, the land was reclaimed and the result was the most famous tourist and beach area in the world - Waikiki. The walkway along the canal is well-lit and perfect for jogging, strolling, and relaxing. Most afternoons, outrigger crews can be seen practicing along this beautiful waterway.

The beautiful Hawaii Convention Center, golf courses, apartments, and condominiums line the long stretch of waterway all the way to the ocean where it empties into the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor.