Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Heading towards Puako 'town' you'll pass the Hokuloa United Church on your right.
This may be the cutest little white seaside church on the Big Island. Originally built in
1860, the structure fell apart and was then restored in 1990.
Beaches
The clear waters and shallow reef of Puako Bay are great for kayaking, snorkeling and
diving. Rent kayaks from Plenty Pupule Adventure Sports ( Click here ) down the coast in
Honokohau Harbor. As you drive down Puako's main drag, keep an eye out for signed
shoreline access points. Pull over, and boom, there's a new beach for you to explore.
Beach 69 BEACH
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(Waialea Bay; 7am-8pm; ) This lovely crescent of white sand is a local favorite but re-
mains somewhat off the tourist radar. Both family- and gay-friendly, this beach is less
crowded than Hapuna Beach, and its calm, protected waters are ideal for morning
snorkeling. Around the boundary, shady trees provide welcome relief. Rest rooms and
showers are available; no lifeguards.
From Puako Beach Dr, take the first right turn onto Old Puako Rd. Find telephone pole
No 71 to the left and park. Follow the ʻroad' to its end, and then tramp along the footpath
that runs parallel to a wooden fence. In case you're wondering, telephone pole No 71
was once numbered No 69, which gave the beach its nickname. You can also drive here
from the Hapuna Beach parking lot
Sights & Activities
Puako Tide Pools LANDMARK
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Puako is known for giant tide pools, set in the swirls and dips of the pahoehoe coastline.
Some pools are deep enough to shelter live coral and other marine life. There's no sandy
beach, but a narrow strip of pulverized coral and lava covers the shore.
To get to the pools, park along the road near one of six signposted ʻbeach access'
paths. The easiest access is the southernmost path: go to the south end of the village and
stop just before the ʻRoad Closed 500 Feet' sign. Take the short dirt road toward a small
cove that's used for snorkeling and shore diving; note that the surf is generally too rough
in winter. A couple of minutes' walk north brings you to a few petroglyphs, a board for
 
 
 
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