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Hapuna Beach

Highway 19, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743
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Ranked #1 of 15 attractions in Kohala Coast
Type: Beaches, State Parks
Activities: Snorkeling, Swimming
Description: One of the nicest sand beaches on the Kohala coast.
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Vancouver, Canada
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54 reviews 54 reviews
15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

The waves here are rough sometimes, I lost my RayBan sunglasses and my bikini bottom came off. Oopps! nevertheless we had so much fun. You pay 5$ for parking, there's lifeguard on duty and the washroom/shower facility is well maintained.

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New Milford, Connecticut, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Hapuna beach is a state park and there is a $5.00 fee for parking, and worth every penny. Large white sand beach framed by palm trees, great for swimming though a little rough for snorkling. There is a concession stand that has great burgers, hotdogs and smoothies, with seating in the shade. There is no shade on the beach itself,... More

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West Fargo, North Dakota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

We visited this beach twice during our week long vacation on the Big Island because it was so beautiful, clean and had decent facilities (showers).

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Grand Island, Nebraska
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

No rocks, just soft beautiful white sand. Love this beach! I was on the sise by the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel but walked over to the public area and it seemed nice there to. If you go to the public area you will probably want to bring an umbrella too as there is no areas with shade.

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Arizona
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

We spent a morning at this beach and enjoyed it a lot. It didn't feel crowded. The surf is very strong there, so not really a good beach for children or older people.

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Bowie, Maryland
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Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Maryland does not have the best beaches so when we hit this beach on our vacation, I was in awe! It truly is stunning. If you're willing to walk a bit further there are rocks that can provide good shade if needed. Bring watershoes because the sand gets really hot. Don't go here for surfing. It's best for families and... More

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Landrum, South Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

One of the best beaches on the island and only a $5 per vehicle entry fee. The sandy beach and bottom are welcome after the rough ocean entry points elsewhere. Water was perfection!

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Vancouver, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

I find it VERY opportunistic that starting April 01, 2013 this beach charges non-residents of Hawaii (read: all visitors) $5 to park their car in the vast parking lot that has always been unpaid in the past. This is the only Big Island beach where tourists are asked to pay simply to park their car in a *state-funded* park. Attendants... More

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Newmarket, Canada
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15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Long stretch of beach to lie in the sun or challenge the waves. Body surfing is fun and the towering waves carry you back to shore. Lots of sand (gets into everything) but there are outdoor showers to rinse off, change rooms and shaded picnic areas with tables. Great for a picnic.

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San Francisco, California
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62 reviews 62 reviews
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64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

We always come to this beach because it is the prettiest one on the Big Island. They have a new $5 parking fee for non residents which is very reasonable. There are bathrooms and showers but not the kind I prefer to use. A little bit of a rustic campground feel to them. Bring your own soap. The beach has... More

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