Located at the Mauna Lani Resort (Lat:19.942208, Lon: -155.87265), Makaiwa Bay is a gem not to be missed.Kailua-Kona 45 min south
Lifeguard: No
Hours: 630am to 630pm daily
From Queen Kaahumanu Highway turn
makai (toward the ocean) into... Read more
The northernmost beach in the Kekaha Kai State Park, this picturesque beach is just one out of three splendid beaches located within an easy drive from all Kailua-Kona. Officially named Manini'owali Beach, it is loosely referred to by islanders... Read more
A part of the larger Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park and Marine Conservation District, Napoopoo landing offers clear conditions and easy ocean entry.AT A GLANCEHighlights: a historic landing with water teeming with fishActivities: Sun... Read more
This Kohala Coast beach is of the stuff that Hawaii dreams are made of. A favorite of the beach rating gurus, it is consistently highly rated year after year. Clear days will bring views of the summit of Haleakala on the neighboring island of... Read more
Anaehoomalu Bay, Waikoloa Beach Resort
Lat: 19.913623
Lon: -155.886791
Kailua-Kona 45 min south
Lifeguard: No
Hours: 6am-8pm daily
Take the Queen Kaahumanu Highway and
turn makai (toward the ocean) into the Waikoloa Beach Resort.... Read more
Kaunaoa Bay, Mauna Kea Beach Resort
Lat: 20.005109Lon: -155.822686
Kailua-Kona 60 minutes south
Lifeguard: Yes
Hours: sunrise to sunset daily
From Queen Kaahumanu Highway and
turn makai (toward the ocean) into the Mauna Kea Beach... Read more
Remote and untamed this beach can be found past the end of South Point Road at the base of Pu'u o Mahana in the district of Ka'u. Accessible on foot or by 4WD only. The hot sunny trek is well worth a visit to experience the world's only green... Read more
This popular beach park offers more than just beach fun. Glimpses of dolphin pods and the summit of Haleakala on the neighboring island of Maui are glorious on clear days while the winter months delight beachgoers with peeks of humpback whales.... Read more
This attractive beach is the southernmost at Kekaha Kai State Park. However, it is not the easiest to access. The rutted and unpaved road is deemed off-limits by car rental agencies and beach going islanders prefer to forgo the bumpy ride for a... Read more
This unique and remote beach is certainly a departure from the typical postcard beauties, but for those love remote beaches, this is one of the world's beauties. The beach has a a history of devastation, industry and shipping, but today it's a... Read more
