Hookena Beach Park, Big Island

Hookena Beach Park, located on the Big Island’s east shore, was once an important inter-island steamship landing site. In the early 1880s, Hookena grew into a busy trading village. It had a wharf, a school, courthouse and even a jail. Eventually, cars and trucks replaced steamers and by the mid-1930s, storms and high surf had destroyed the landing at Hookena and most villagers moved away from the shoreline and closer to the highway further inland.

Hookena Beach is located at the northern end of Kauhako Bay, which is bordered by sea cliffs. The beach itself has fine, black detrital sand mixed with white sand, giving it a gray color. The shoreline is rocky, but there are a few sandy entry and exit points to get in and out of the water. The waters are generally calm here, but strong currents can occur during times of high surf.

On the shore, there are a number of trails that lead to tree groves, boulder formations and other interesting features. The area is a good spot for a picnic since there is a small coconut grove and a number of trees that provide shade.

Hookena Beach Park in Bullet Points

• Former steamer landing site
• Beach has gray sand and rocks
• Good spot for picnics

Hookena Beach Park Facilities (top)

• Showers
• Restrooms
• Picnic tables
• Parking

Hookena Beach Park Water Activities

• Swimming
• Snorkeling
• Scuba diving

Hookena Beach Park Driving Directions / Location

The beach is located 23.5 miles (38 km) south of Kailua-Kona. Head south on Highway 11. Continue onto Hookena Beach Road.

Address: Hookena Beach Rd., Honaunau, Hawaii 96726

Hookena Beach Park Map (top)

Hookena Beach Park Weather (top)

Now 70°F Windchill: 70°F Fair

Location: Honaunau, HI, US Wind: 10 mph N Humidity: 55% Visibility: 0.1 mi Pressure: 30.02 in steady Sunrise: 6:30 am Sunset: 6:34 pm

Thu Hi: 79°F Low: 69°F Partly Cloudy

Fri Hi: 80°F Low: 69°F Partly Cloudy

Hookena Beach Park Photos (click to enlarge) (top)

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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.