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    White Sand Beach

    371 Reviews
    #19 of 146 things to do in Kailua-Kona
    Nature & Parks, Outdoor Activities, Beaches
    Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI
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    “Special beach”

    This beach is not always here, it depends on the time of year. However, if you go, make sure it’s... read more

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    sumarent
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    Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
    “Crowded but worth it!”

    If you were staying in Kailua Kona this is a very convenient beach .Get their early - parking fills... read more

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    julielp
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    Bloomington, Minnesota
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    Hawaii beach with white sand and good surf.
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    Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii, HI
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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Special beach

    This beach is not always here, it depends on the time of year. However, if you go, make sure it’s early in the day, to avoid the very rough surf.

    Thank sumarent
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Crowded but worth it!

    If you were staying in Kailua Kona this is a very convenient beach .Get their early - parking fills up quickly. It’s a very nice white sand beach with mild waves and is relatively shallow. Lots of bugie boarding and gets crazy when the beach...More

    Thank julielp
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Beautiful place to relax

    Although the water may be busy at times, the view will rest your soul. There are places to sit and enjoy the sound of the waves and have a few moments of solitude.

    Thank dbking120
    Reviewed August 2, 2018
    kids love the wave and white sand

    With white sand and big wave,our kids love it so much, we been here almost every day, midday seem to be crowned but parking is good(across the street in parking lot)

    Thank ASW22
    Reviewed July 13, 2018
    Beautiful Water

    We enjoyed several activities while in Kona, and this short drive to the beach was a relaxing day, and well worth it! My mom had been wanting thee the "Blue Waters" since we had arrived, but due to the Vog (Volcano Fog), many days were...More

    1  Thank manateewoman
    Reviewed June 27, 2018
    ALSO KNOWN AS MAGIC SAND

    Known for the sand/ beach disappearing during the high surf and quickly reappear. The sand is super soft, beautiful stretch of beach and has a magic sand food truck located in front.

    Thank sage97
    Reviewed June 20, 2018
    Awesome experience!

    It was an amazing experience and a great beach to go to. It is great for families, and anyone could play there!

    Thank Rodger V
    Reviewed June 1, 2018
    Amazing

    If you are looking for a great beach right in downtown Kona, this is the one. Was so easy to get to and the water is warm and the sand is warm and cozy.

    Thank DSOliveria
    Reviewed April 30, 2018
    Soft White Sand

    White Sands Beach, located about 2.5 miles from Kailua Town, is a great beach for all ages. Soft sand for the little ones to build sand castles, fun waves for the older kids/adults to jump or ride on their boogey boards. Life guards are on...More

    2  Thank waterlogged23
    Reviewed April 22, 2018
    Stellar Sand with Great Waves

    The waves at White Sand Beach were perfect for boogie boarding, but it was crowded, so it was hard to maneuver without running into anyone. The parking was also a bit of a nightmare as it is right along the super busy road. The sand...More

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    April 18, 2018|
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    Response from RussCanberra | Reviewed this property |
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    erwinmelio
    March 17, 2018|
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    Response from RussCanberra | Reviewed this property |
    We didn't see any dogs at all along the beach.
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    mrsjr0907
    August 11, 2015|
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    Response from erwinmelio |
    The high surf warnings seem to die down from the winter season. Better on the Kona side than on the Hilo side.
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