Beach · Keauhou, Big Island

Kahaluʻu Beach Park

Kahaluʻu Beach Park
Photo: W Nowicki, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The shallow bay is protected by an old breakwater, which keeps the water calm on most days. Sea turtles rest here, and visitors must keep their distance.

Updated November 11, 2026On day 1 of Big Island in 5 Days

Visiting Kahaluʻu Beach Park: what to know

Tickets
Free entry; check parking rules
Time needed
2–3 hours
Best time
Morning, when water is calmest
Getting there
About 15 minutes south of Kailua-Kona on Aliʻi Drive

Big Island itineraries with Kahaluʻu Beach Park

Day 1 of Big Island in 5 Days

Kona and the coast

How Kahaluʻu Beach Park fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Kailua-KonaKona
  2. 10:30Huliheʻe PalaceKailua-Kona
  3. 12:30Lunch on Aliʻi DriveKailua-Kona
  4. 15:00Kahaluʻu Beach ParkKeauhou
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Kahaluʻu Beach Park FAQs

Is Kahaluʻu good for beginners?

Yes, on calm days. Stay out when the surf is high.

Can you rent snorkel gear there?

Rentals are usually nearby; check before you go.

Do I need reef-safe sunscreen?

Yes. Hawaiʻi bans some sunscreen chemicals.

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