Hakalau Bay at a Glance
Take a walk through time in this starkly beautiful coast
set amidst one of Hawaii’s most historic villages. The town
of Hakalau was once home to a thriving sugar industry and
an important stop for local transport. Remnants of its prosperous
past can still be seen in the old railroad bridge that leads
to the bay, and the long-defunct plantation towers you can
see from the road.
Today, Hakalau Bay is a popular site for bodyboarding and
other rough water sports. The place is pretty secluded and
is only known to a select few enthusiasts, so there’s none
of the crowds that clog the more popular beaches. However,
there are also fewer facilities and no lifeguards. If you’re
planning to spend the day, you may want to pack all the
essentials to avoid a long drive back to the city.
If you’d rather stay out of the water, you can check out
the nearby Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge. This
33,000-acre lot is home to a large collection of native
flora and fauna. Some of them are extremely rare and can
only be found on the island. The park is also the first
park built in the U.S. solely for the protection of forest
birds.
The coast also makes for a nice stroll, especially in the
early morning and late afternoon. The few feet closest to
shore are very rocky, but the ground eases up into smooth
gray sand further along. During the walk, you can see some
of the old towers and machines that made up the former sugar
plantations.
Hakalau Bay in Bullet Points
Hakalau Bay Facilities (top)
Hakalau Bay Water Activities
Hakalau Bay Location
Address: Hawaii Belt Rd/Mamalahoa Hwy, Hakalau, HI 96710
Hakalau Bay Map (top)
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Hakalau Bay Weather (top)
Now
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Location: Hakalau, HI, US
Wind: 0 mph N
Humidity: 71%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.07 in rising
Sunrise: 6:31 am
Sunset: 5:40 pm
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Hi: 78°F
Low: 68°F
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Sat
Hi: 79°F
Low: 68°F
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Hakalau Bay Photos (click to enlarge)
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Hakalau Bay Reviews and Comments
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Safety Tip
Whatever beach in Hawaii you visit, please have in mind that the ocean can
be very dangerous. Never turn your back against the waves and watch out for underwater
currents and always check the surf conditions. Pay attention to signs posted on
the beach. If you are not sure about the conditions, ask the lifeguards (if any
on the beach). Please
click here to
read more about ocean safety in Hawaii.
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