Big Island Beach Guide
Mau'umae Beach is a secluded Kohala Coast beach on the Big Island with white sand, calm-condition swimming, tree shade, gated public access and no facilities.
Located in the Big Island's South Kohala district (northwestern shore), Mau'umae Beach is tucked away behind shady trees and features protected waters. It is less popular than the neighboring beaches Mauna Kea Beach and Spencer Beach Park. The swimming conditions are good when the ocean is calm. Due to its seclusion, the beach is sometimes frequented by nudists who like to sunbathe in a smaller separate cove on the right (north) end of the beach.
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Mau'umae Beach is located on the Kohala Coast, HI 96743, near the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel area on the Big Island. From Queen Kaahumanu Highway, turn onto the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel access road near mile marker 68. Tell the guard at the entry gate that you want to visit Mau'umae Beach and request a beach pass. After the gate, take the third right turn and continue until you cross two wooden bridges. Avoid the paved road and wooden gate because that leads to private property. Park along the road near telephone pole #22 and not past telephone pole #21, then follow the path to the north end of the beach. Do not leave valuables in your car.
Mau'umae Beach is located on the Big Island's Kohala Coast near the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel area, north of Hapuna Beach Park.
Yes, swimming can be good when the ocean is calm. There are no lifeguards, so visitors should check surf and current conditions before entering.
The source page says visitors should request a beach pass at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel guard gate, then park near telephone pole #22 and walk down the path to the north end of the beach.
The source page lists swimming as the activity at Mau'umae Beach.
The source page lists no facilities and no lifeguards at Mau'umae Beach.
