Ahalanui Beach Park Photos
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Ahalanui Beach Park, Big Island
Located on the Big Island’s east shore near Pahoa, Ahalanui Park (see more photos) (also known as Pualaa County Park) offers a bathing experience that is unique in the Hawaiian Islands. Here you can have a bath in a spring-fed, walled-in pool, which is volcanically heated to a comfortable 90 degrees F (32 C). On some days though the water is a bit cooler than that.
The part natural part man-made pool is located right next to the ocean. It is connected to it by a small inlet, which also allows small tropical fish to enter the pool. The pool water is brackish, but crystal clear, and the bottom of the pool is a combination of sand and mud, with a slight sulfur smell.
Ahalanui Park is a good place for novice swimmers since the water is shallow and there is even a lifeguard. A few access ladders make getting into the pool easy. It is a beautiful spot, surrounded by palm trees, grass and shady areas, ideal for picnics.
Ahalanui Beach Park Overview
- Spring-fed natural pool located next to ocean, surrounded by walls
- Warm, calm waters (pool is volcanically heated to a balmy 90 F - 32 C)
- Several access ladders lead into the pool
Location: Kapoho Kalapana Rd., Pahoa, HI 96778 Directions: Take Highway 130 south from Pahoa. After reaching the dead end at Highway 137, turn right. The pool is located on the left, right behind Mile Marker #10.
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