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Waialea Beach

Waialea Beach

πŸ“ Old Puako Rd, Hawaii

4.6
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1,572 reviews

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About Waialea Beach

Waialea Beach on the Kohala Coast offers calm, crystal-clear waters ideal for snorkeling and swimming, with excellent visibility year-round due to the leeward location. The black sand and lava rock shoreline create a dramatic volcanic landscape that contrasts beautifully with turquoise water, while the uncrowded setting attracts those seeking a quieter alternative to nearby resort beaches. The shallow reef area supports abundant coral and tropical fish, making it a prime spot for both casual snorkelers and families with children.

Visitor Reviews

Yuliia Pobedynska
Yuliia Pobedynskaβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…a week ago

This is a beautiful beach with clear blue water where you can spend the whole day sheltered from the sun in the shade of the trees. The beach is equipped with a shower and toilet. While swimming on this beach we met a turtle. Parking on the beach is paid. Also, non-residents of Hawaii must pay $ 5 each. But the beach is worth it!

Kyle Alden
Kyle Aldenβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…4 months ago

Great small beach, sand and rocks so snorkeling and swimming, good amounts of shade, great for kids and adults. GO EARLY it will fill up fast. $15 to park full bathrooms and a shower. The locals ohana will be there be respectful and keep it clean and if your lucky honu and dolphins will be resting in the bay. as allways check ocean conditions

Steph Couvrette
Steph Couvretteβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…4 months ago

This beach does have a parking fee ($10 per car) and fee per person ($5) but it was out absolute favorite of our week here. Definitely worth it as the facilities - bathroom and shower - are decent. But the bay is calm, the water is clear, the crowds aren't bad, and there is shade everywhere. Perfect spot to bring a cooler and a set of chairs and hang out for hours.

D J
D Jβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…6 months ago

My 92 year old mom really loves this place. Good sandy beach for snorkeling, swimming, and body boarding for the kids. There is ample parking with shower and restroom facilities. For snorkelers, the water has an abundant and varied species of reef fish BUT the visibility can be poor when the waves and currents kick up. Kids will enjoy playing in the sand and looking in the tidepools. Bring beach chairs and lunch to enjoy under the shade of trees dotting the shoreline.

Anna & Steven
Anna & Stevenβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…8 months ago

This beach was AMAZING! Definitely a highlight of our trip. VISITORS here are some things to know: - $10 per vehicle + $5 per person. you pay at the meter. - if you’re looking for some easy access snorkelling, this is fantastic! easy to access, not overcrowded, and saw lovely sea life (we saw 2 sea turtles as well) ! - use mineral sunscreen so you don’t hurt the reefs, keep the waters from chemicals! HIGHLY recommend. totally worth it.

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