Big Island Beaches

Mau’umae Beach

along the stunning Kohala Coast lies a secluded stretch of sugary white sand that locals love called Mau’umae Beach

Anaeho’omalu Beach

Along the Big Island’s stunning Kohala Coast is a quarter-mile stretch of sublime sand inviting beachgoers to bask in the tropical sun

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Kīholo Bay

Where the meeting of freshwater and seawater turns the ocean a crystal-clear turquoise along the Kohala Coast, you’ll find the black sands of secluded Kīholo

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Kauna’oa Beach (Mauna Kea)

Soft white sand massages the feet of beachgoers as generally gentle waves lap at the shore at Kauna’oa Beach

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Aerial view of a sunny Hapuna Beach with turquoise waters, lined with sunbathers and umbrellas. Behind the beach are lush green areas, a few structures, and a parking lot. The coastline extends to the horizon, with buildings and hills in the background.

Hapuna Beach on the West Side of the Big Island

Photo Courtesy of Kris S on iStock The largest white sand beach on the Big Island is likely the kind of beach you imagine in

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A wooden sign at the entrance of Kahalu'u Beach Park is surrounded by blooming purple flowers. In the background, people are enjoying the beach, with a lifeguard tower, tents, and palm trees near the ocean. The sky is overcast, adding a unique charm to Kahalu'u Beach Park's serene ambiance.

Kahalu’u Beach Park on the West Side of Hawaii Island

Photo Courtesy of W. Nowicki on Wikimedia Commons Kahalu’u Beach Park’s large bay just south of Kailua-Kona is one of the best places to snorkel

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A rocky shore at Kahalu'u Beach Park features small pools of clear water reflecting a blue sky with scattered clouds. Waves roll gracefully in the distance, and patches of green grass thrive among the rocks. The scene is peaceful and natural.

Onekahakaha Beach Park on the East Side of the Hawaii Island

Photo Courtesy of Ekaterina Chizhevskaya on iStock If you are looking for a place to relax and snorkel on the East side of Hawai’i island

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A picturesque beach scene with a large rocky cliff on the left, people sunbathing and playing on the sandy shore of Papakolea Green Sand Beach, and others swimming in the clear blue ocean. The sky is clear and bright, creating a serene and inviting environment.

Papakolea Green Sand Beach on the Big Island’s South Shore

Photo Courtesy of Aren Elliot on Wikimedia Commons One of only four green sand beaches in the world, Papakolea Green Sand Beach, also known as Mahana

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Pohoiki Black Sand Beach features black sand and gentle ocean waves. The shoreline curves to the left, with lush green trees and sparse buildings in the background. The sky is partly cloudy, and the overall atmosphere is serene and natural.

Pohoiki Black Sand Beach on the East Side of the Big Island

Photo Courtesy of Dmitri Kotechetov on iStock This is a newly formed black sand beach from the 2018 eruption and lava flow that covered some

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A large sea turtle rests on the black sand of Punalu'u Beach, bordered by waves from the ocean. In the background, a dense grove of palm trees stands along the shoreline under a clear sky. The scene combines the rugged beauty of the volcanic shore with serene coastal elements.

Punalu’u Beach on the South Shore of the Big Island

The combination of black sand, blue water and coconut tree lined coast makes Punalu’u uniquely picturesque. Add to that the high likelihood that you’ll find

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