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Big Island of Hawaii Beaches
Location: Hilo Town
The Hilo area is not known for its great selection of beaches. However there are a few to be mentioned. Follow Highway 19 south and cross over Highway 11. At this point Highway 19 turns into Kalanianaoloe Ave. There are many beach parks along this stretch of road but we will only mention a few. For children the best bet is Onekeahakaha Park which offers a protected swimming area for the little ones. Picnic tables, restrooms and showers are provided. There is also a lifeguard overseeing this lovely white sand beach Turn makai onto Onekeahakaha Road for beach access.
The Hilo area is not known for its great selection of beaches. However there are a few to be mentioned. Follow Highway 19 south and cross over Highway 11. At this point Highway 19 turns into Kalanianaoloe Ave. There are many beach parks along this stretch of road but we will only mention a few. For children the best bet is Onekeahakaha Park which offers a protected swimming area for the little ones. Picnic tables, restrooms and showers are provided. There is also a lifeguard overseeing this lovely white sand beach Turn makai onto Onekeahakaha Road for beach access.
Location: Kohala
This salt and pepper sand beach is located on the ocean side of the Outrigger Waikoloa Resort. Besides being a beautiful resort area, the historical King's Trail runs nearby and there are over 2-acres of petroglyphs, rock shelters, trails and ancient sites scattered throughout the area.
This lovely beach is perfect for swimming, diving and snorkeling and is fairly well protected from strong surf due to the offshore reef.
Inland from the beach is a large ancient Hawaiian fishpond. The pond was used for raising mullet for the royalty and ali'i of the times. The pond is ringed by beautiful palm trees and makes for a picturesque sunset photo opportunity. There are also educational plaques along the trail surrounding the pond area.
A shoreline trail leads between resort hotels and extends from the Outrigger Waujikia all the way to the Hilton Waikoloa. This long and beautiful trail winds among lava, sand, coral and tidepools.
Numerous resort facilities are available here including rentals, restaurants and a canoe club.
This salt and pepper sand beach is located on the ocean side of the Outrigger Waikoloa Resort. Besides being a beautiful resort area, the historical King's Trail runs nearby and there are over 2-acres of petroglyphs, rock shelters, trails and ancient sites scattered throughout the area.
This lovely beach is perfect for swimming, diving and snorkeling and is fairly well protected from strong surf due to the offshore reef.
Inland from the beach is a large ancient Hawaiian fishpond. The pond was used for raising mullet for the royalty and ali'i of the times. The pond is ringed by beautiful palm trees and makes for a picturesque sunset photo opportunity. There are also educational plaques along the trail surrounding the pond area.
A shoreline trail leads between resort hotels and extends from the Outrigger Waujikia all the way to the Hilton Waikoloa. This long and beautiful trail winds among lava, sand, coral and tidepools.
Numerous resort facilities are available here including rentals, restaurants and a canoe club.
Location: Kona
This gem of a beach is a true slice of paradise. Fronting the fishing village of Ke'ei it combines desolate sands with a view of Kealakekua Bay, the first Hawaii landing site of Captain James Cook.
This gem of a beach is a true slice of paradise. Fronting the fishing village of Ke'ei it combines desolate sands with a view of Kealakekua Bay, the first Hawaii landing site of Captain James Cook.
Location: Kona
This lovely sandy beach is located just north of Honokohau Harbor, the same location as Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park. The water here is protected by offshore reefs, so swimming is usually safe even for children.
Many turtles often feed on the grasses growing in the cloudy water of this cove. In ancient times, this natural fishpond was well utilized as fish swam in during high tide and could not get out during low tide. Today few people visit this area making it a perfect retreat for an afternoon swim and picnic.
This lovely sandy beach is located just north of Honokohau Harbor, the same location as Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park. The water here is protected by offshore reefs, so swimming is usually safe even for children.
Many turtles often feed on the grasses growing in the cloudy water of this cove. In ancient times, this natural fishpond was well utilized as fish swam in during high tide and could not get out during low tide. Today few people visit this area making it a perfect retreat for an afternoon swim and picnic.
Location: Kohala
There are six separate accesses to this stretch of beach. There isn't much sand here but the tidepools and extensive reef are remarkable.
During low tide, small pools dot the entire coastline. These pools are filled with small sealife and make excellent areas to explore.
Offshore the reef is home to a wide variety of fish. The outer edges of the reef are the most interesting, but use extreme caution and monitor ocean conditions carefully before entering the water.
There are six separate accesses to this stretch of beach. There isn't much sand here but the tidepools and extensive reef are remarkable.
During low tide, small pools dot the entire coastline. These pools are filled with small sealife and make excellent areas to explore.
Offshore the reef is home to a wide variety of fish. The outer edges of the reef are the most interesting, but use extreme caution and monitor ocean conditions carefully before entering the water.
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