Beautiful beaches and waterfalls of the Big Island Hawaii
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Best Beaches & Waterfalls

Discover the Big Island's most stunning natural wonders — from pristine white sand shores to dramatic black sand coves and cascading tropical waterfalls

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Spectacular Waterfalls

White Sand Beaches

Pristine shores with crystal-clear waters

Snorkeling at Hapuna Beach on the Big Island of Hawaii

Hāpuna Beach

Waikoloa / Kohala Coast

A wide, pristine white-sand beach — excellent for swimming, sunbathing, and body‑surfing. Very family‑friendly with good facilities.

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Overhead view of Waialea Beach (69 Beach) on the Big Island of Hawaii

69 Beach / Waialea Bay

Waikoloa

Shady and calm, with excellent snorkeling and tree cover — perfect for relaxed beach days.

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Magic Sands Beach on the Big Island of Hawaii

Magic Sands Beach

Kona

Famous for waves that appear/disappear with tides. Popular for bodyboarding, lively vibe.

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Premium Beaches

Kua Bay / Manini'owali Beach

Bright turquoise waters and soft sand

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Mauna Kea Beach

Resort-front crescent beach

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Family-Friendly

Spencer Beach Park

Gentle waves, shaded areas, picnic tables

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Kawaihae Beach

Small, quiet, peaceful spot

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Local Spots

Kawaihae Harbor

Local harbor with beach access

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Holoholokai Beach

Rocky shoreline with tide pools

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Black Sand Beaches

Dramatic volcanic shores and hidden coves

Pololu Valley black sand beach on the Big Island of Hawaii

Pololū Valley

Kohala

Dramatic valley with a hike down to a wild black sand beach; breathtaking views.

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Waipio Valley lookout view on the Big Island of Hawaii

Waipi'o Valley

Honoka'a

Historic and scenic valley with taro fields and black sand beach at the base. (Limited Access)

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Local Favorites

49 Black Sand Beach

Private cove, great for snorkeling

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Ho'okena Beach

Historic fishing village

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Scenic Spots

Keokea Beach Park

Rugged, beautiful shoreline

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Kehena Beach

Popular with locals, dolphins spotted. (Short Hike to get down with drum circles every Sunday!)

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Waterfalls

Cascading tropical falls in lush rainforest

ʻAkaka Falls on the Big Island of Hawaii

ʻAkaka Falls

Hilo side

442‑foot waterfall in lush rainforest, easy paved trail.

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Rainbow Falls on the Big Island of Hawaii

Rainbow Falls

Hilo

80‑foot falls close to town; beautiful morning rainbows in the mist.

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Scenic Routes

Wailuku River State Park

Cascades along longest river

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Onomea Scenic Route

Lush coastal drive with hidden falls

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Adventure Falls

Eagle's Nest

Hidden waterfall for explorers

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Boiling Pots

Bubbling pools and cascades

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Pro Tips

🌅 Visit Rainbow Falls in the morning for the best rainbow views

👟 Wear sturdy shoes for waterfall hikes

📸 Bring a waterproof camera case

🌧️ Check weather conditions before visiting

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