This long crescent beach is interspersed with rocky area
and sandy beaches. There are areas perfect for swimming
and other areas with great snorkeling potential.
The unusual combination of black lava
and white, dead coral rocks brings out the artist in almost
everyone. To the right is a rendition of a local fisherman!
The area is rarely crowded. The scenery
is varied with coves and rocky points to explore. The ocean
is often calm.
Useful Information:
Jeep access or 15-20 minute hike to beach
Rocky and sandy beach areas
Usually good swimming conditions
Good snorkeling
More Information:
Boogie boarding
Shady areas
NO facilities
NO lifeguards
DIRECTIONS:
Take Highway 19 north from Kona. Take the Jeep road to the
left between Mile Markers #89 and 88. The first portion of
the road is decent but then becomes very rutted. Take the
first dirt road to the left and follow to the beach. If the
gate is locked, the hike is about 15 minutes.
Ocean conditions are usually calm here but always monitor
the surf before entering the water.
