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	Ahalanui County Park Beach Beautiful views of ocean. Spring fed, part natural, part man-made pool, naturally heated to 90 degrees. Fish often swim in swimming area, snorkeling allowed. Calm water, green grassy areas, palm trees, shady areas. Often uncrowded. ● Lifeguard ● Restrooms ● Picnic tables ● Grills ● Good parking

	Isaac Hale Beach County Park Salt and pepper sand. Poor swimming due to strong currents. Often crowded due to the boat launch in the area. Follow the trail to the right of the boat launch for about 150 yards to a natural, warm pool. If visiting the pool, bring mosquito repellent as it is surrounded by tropical jungle. ● Restrooms ● Boat launch ● Grass and shade ● Picnic facilities

	Kehena Black Sand Beach Gorgeous, exotic, secluded beach. Known for frequent visits by Spinner Dolphins, sometimes Sea Turtles and Humpback Whales in season. Popular beach for locals. There may be nude sunbathers here. Poor swimming due to high waves and rough currents. ● No facilities ● No lifeguards ● Shade

	MacKenzie State Recreation Area Beautiful, 13 acre park with grove of ironwood trees. Extremely dangerous swimming. If walking the beach, pay close attention to the ocean as waves are unpredictable. Great picnic spot with excellent fishing. If camping, keep watch of your valuables. ● Picnic facilities ● Camping (with permit)

	Pualaa Beach Park Large, heated tide pool next to the ocean. Popular with families with children, sometimes overcrowded. One of the few safe beaches for swimming in the area. ● Lifeguards ● Restrooms, showers

	Waiopae Tidepools Marine Life Conservation District Amazing abundance of colorful coral and fish. In some opinions, the best Marine Sanctuary in the islands. Crowded on weekends. ● Small parking area ● No faclilites ● No shade ● No sitting area ● Rocky

More Beaches: Hamakua \| Hilo \| Kohala \| Kona \| Puna \| South (Kau) Call The National Weather Service 808-877-5111 for Weather & 808-877-3477 for Marine Forecast.