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Holoholokai Beach

Holoholokai Beach(Holoholokai Beach Park)

United States, Hawai'i, Waimea 

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Holoholokai Beach

United States, Hawai'i, Waimea 

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Located on the northwestern shore of the Kohala Coast on the Big Island, Holoholokai Beach - also known as Holoholokai Beach Park - has a rocky shoreline made up of black lava and white coral with a small amount of gray sand. The beach is situated next to the Malama Petroglyph Trail, leading to the Puako Petroglyphs, the largest collection of petroglyphs (carvings in rocks) in Hawaii – more than 3,000 of these ancient drawings carved into enormous boulders. Visitors can also see Hawaiian green sea turtles (called honu) resting on the beach.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Holoholokai Beach. Roy’s Waikoloa Bar & Grill is an upscale restaurant that offers amazing Hawaiian-inspired dishes, including salads, steaks, chops, and seafood. A-Bay’s Island Grill is a beachfront restaurant that offers amazing salads, tortillas, sandwiches, steaks, loco moco, burgers, and seafood. Lava Lava Beach Club Restaurant is a waterfront bistro that offers outdoor seating, live music performances during the evenings, and serves delicious soups, salads, shrimp, nachos, tacos, burgers, steaks, and Hawaiian-inspired seafood. Foster’s Kitchen Waikoloa serves shrimp, bruschettas, salads, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, flatbread pizzas, poultry dishes, steaks, chops, tacos, and desserts. If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant near Holoholokai Beach, Waikoloa Shrimp Co. serves shrimp-based dishes, steaks, poultry dishes, and desserts.

If you are looking for a hotel near Holoholokai Beach, there are many great nearby options. If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection is eight minutes away by car and has many amenities including three outdoor pools, hot tubs, a lap pool, tennis courts, two golf courses, a spa, a fitness center, and an oceanfront restaurant. In addition, it also offers complimentary cultural activities, including hula dancing and lei-making classes. Another upscale option is the beachfront 4-Star Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa which offers many amenities including an outdoor pool, hot tubs, a spa, a fitness center, a golf course, and several restaurants. A more affordable hotel is the 3-Star The Bay Club, a Hilton Grand Vacation Club which offers many amenities including a fitness center, tennis courts, two outdoor pools, hot tubs, a golf course, and picnic areas with a barbecue grill facility. If you are looking for another good and affordable hotel near Holoholokai Beach, the modestly priced 2-Star Kono Islander Inn Hotel offers many amenities including an outdoor pool, a sundeck, a hot tub, a barbecue facility, and tropical gardens.

Although Holoholokai Beach does not have lifeguards, it does offer many other amenities including restrooms, showers, picnic tables, barbecue grill facilities, and shady areas. Holoholokai Beach welcomes dogs on a leash, and the beach is open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Holoholokai Beach offers many fun activities including tidepooling, sunbathing, hiking, relaxing, picnicking, and beachcombing. Swimming is not recommended here as it can be difficult due to the rocky ocean bottoms, pounding waves, and unpredictable rip currents. Holoholokai Beach is an excellent place for visitors to unwind and enjoy the tranquil surroundings, especially at sunset. In addition, hikers can explore the nearby Malama Petroglyph Trail. If you like tidepooling, there are tide pools near the beach that can be explored during low tide. Visitors can see sea urchins, hermit crabs, starfish, and other marine creatures that get temporarily trapped in these tidepools of water for a few hours until the tide rises again. In addition, Holoholokai Beach is perfect for visitors seeking a quiet experience, as this beach sees fewer visitors than other nearby beaches.

Getting to Holoholokai Beach is easy - the beach has a free parking lot located at the end of Holoholokai Beach Park Road, which is easily accessible from Highway 19. After parking, you need to walk southwest for a few minutes to access the beach.

There are many attractions near Holoholokai Beach. Puakō Petroglyph Park is an archaeological preserve with over 3000 ancient petroglyphs (carvings in rocks), lava rock carvings etched into stones, dating back to 1200 A.D. It features carvings of humans, canoes, and turtles, which are thought to be records of births and other significant events in the lives of the people who once lived on the island of Hawaii. It is important to note that the site is unpaved and goes through a kiawe forest with thorns on the ground, and we recommend wearing comfortable shoes. Kikaua Point Park - also known as Kikaua Point Beach Park - has a small white sand man-made beach and many lava rock formations, including a sea arch. The park offers many fun activities including snorkeling, swimming, fishing, picnicking, and sunbathing, and also offers several amenities including restrooms, showers, and drinking water. If you are looking for another attraction near Holoholokai Beach, Kiholo Bay has a black sand beach that offers many fun activities including snorkeling, swimming, hiking, camping, and fishing. Visitors can spot green sea turtles near the beach. It has a few amenities including portable restrooms.

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    Does Holoholokai Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    Yes, this Beach provides free parking at the entrance, although spaces are limited. Visitors can also find street parking nearby for easy access to the beach.

    Does Holoholokai Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Holoholokai Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Holoholokai Beach good for swimming?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered a good swimming beach.

    Does Holoholokai Beach have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Holoholokai Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Holoholokai Beach?

    Yes, this Beach has multiple food options near or on the beach, including restaurants and beach vendors.

    What are the activities at Holoholokai Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Fishing, Hiking, Snorkeling.

    Does Holoholokai Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Holoholokai Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is Holoholokai Beach good for surfing?

    No, this Beach is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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