Puako Bay Beach

Address: Puako Beach Drive, Waimea HI 96743

Hours: Open Daily

Location: Puako Beach Drive, Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii 

Parking: Guest Parking

Directions: Headed on highway 19 north from Kona, Puako is halfway down just past the Mauna Lani Resort exit. 

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Once upon a time there was Puako, a place so enchanting that it is hard to believe it is no lined with multi million dollar beach from luxury dream homes. Puako Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the Big Island of Hawaii. From Kona International Airport at Keahole, take Highway 19 for 22.5 miles to Queen Kaahumanu Hwy. (Highway administration marker). Turn left onto Puako Beach Drive and lookout for signs that say "Puakonome." This will take you to the public parking area. Puako Beach is located on the Big Island of Hawaii, about 22 miles northeast of Kailua-Kona. It's situated between two coral reefs, so the water here are calm and perfect for swimminng, snorkeling, and kayaking. The white-sand beaches are clear blue waters make Puako a popular spot for both locals and tourists alike. There are several resorts and hotel located near Puako Beach if you're looking for a place to stay. Or, if you prefer, you can camp right on the beach itself. Either way, you're sure to have an enjoyable experience at this beautiful Hawaiian beach. Furthermore, the sunsets here are some of the most incredible in all of Hawaii. So make sure to catch one during your stay!

If you take the time to explore this quiet shoreline, your experiences will be one that is low-key but filled with adventure. You can comb through tide pools or watch surf break over rocks as it slices into sacred sand beneath your feet. If you are feeling more adventurous, scuba diving and snorkeling are excellent ways to explore the Puako coastline. The reefs here are teaming with colorful fish, turtles, and other sea life. It's an underwater paradise that you won't want to miss! Puako Beach is the perfect place to relax and soak up the Hawaiian sun. But it's also a great spot for adventure. Whether you're interested in swimming , snorkeling, kayaking, or just exploring the shoreline, Puako Beach has something for everyone. So come on down and enjoy all that this beautiful beach has to offer!

There is nothing quite like Puako Beach. It is truly a paradise on earth. If you ever have the chance to visit, you will not be disappointed. And, who knows, maybe you'll even want to stay forever! Besides, who could ever tire of those stunning sunsets? Puako Beach is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Admission is free. Parking is available on site. Lifeguards are not present, so swimmers should use caution. Thank you for reading, and I hope this article has helped you learn a little bit about this amazing place. For those who have ever driven down to Puako they know that special feeling we all get when you pass by the little church on the right and the sailboat out in the bay on the water. It truly is one of the last great wonders left along the pristine Kohala Coast waterway shores.

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