This hike has a lot of variety. There's a small black sand beach, a large popular golden sand beach and a seldom visited wild beach backed by mangrove trees. Along the way are lava fields, lush coral shoreline trails and the manicured grounds of the Hilton Waikoloa Resort. There's a good chance of seeing sea turtles and you'll probably see captive dolphins as you walk through the resort.
open accessyear-roundany vehicle
When you make the last turn from South Kaniku Drive onto Honokaope Place, ask for public beach access parking at the entrance station.
(see Sprout TH12 page 59: up to 1.75 mi to secluded Kapalaoa Beach)