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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
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
Tue
Hi: 81°F
Low: 70°F
Partly Cloudy
Wed
Hi: 81°F
Low: 70°F
Partly Cloudy

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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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