Kua Bay at a Glance
Kua Bay (Manini'owali) is part of the Kona Coast State Park (Kekaha Kai), which
is located along the leeward coast of the Big Island of Hawaii.
Kua Bay marks the northern end of this park and features
several hiking trails and a number of lookout
points from which you can enjoy great views of the salt-and-pepper
coastline.
Swimming and
snorkeling are the most popular activities in the summer,
when the water is calm and peaceful. Surfers and bodyborders usually come over in the winter to enjoy the rough
waves.
Another major attraction is the marine wildlife that thrives in the bay. On calmer days, you can see
turtles and dolphins not far from shore. Some
turtles actually swim up to the shore. Dolphins are a less common sight, but they
do make frequent appearances in the summer months.
Access to Kua Bay is a bit of a challenge. Visitors have
to pass a rough, unpaved trail off the highway, which stretches
for about a mile and a half. It is possible to get through
with a sedan, but a four-wheel drive is usually recommended.
The parking lot is unpaved as well and tends to be crowded
in the peak seasons. Kua Bay in Bullet Points
- Part of the Kona Coast State Park
- Swimming and snorkeling conditions good during calm days
Kua Bay Facilities (top)
- Showers
- Restrooms
- Picnic tables
- No lifeguards
Kua Bay Water Activities
- Swimming
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Bodyboarding
- Surfing
Kua Bay Driving Directions / Location
The park entry road is located between Mile Markers #88 and #89 on Highway 19.
Address: Hwy. 19, north of Mile Marker #88, Hawaii 96740
Kua Bay Map (top)
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Kua Bay Weather (top)
Now
71°F
Windchill:
71°F
Fair
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Location: Kailua Kona, HI, US
Wind: 3 mph E
Humidity: 63%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.01 in falling
Sunrise: 6:31 am
Sunset: 6:34 pm
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Tue
Hi: 81°F
Low: 70°F
Partly Cloudy
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Wed
Hi: 81°F
Low: 70°F
Partly Cloudy
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Kua Bay Photos (click to enlarge)
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Kua 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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