Coconut Island is a popular beach island within Hilo Bay, not to be confused with the island of the same name in Kane’ohe Bay that is used as a marine research facility. The island is located off the shoreline of Hil's Lili'uokalani Park and Gardens and is also known as Mokuola, an indigenous Hawai'ian name roughly translating as "healing island" for legends that the water surrounding the island could cure ailments and redeem warriors.

Today, the island is a lively family recreation destination, best known for its 20-foot jumping tower, which offers two levels for ocean jumping. Visitors can also relax on its large grassy lawn or pack picnics for enjoyment at several public pavilion areas. The island is also a prime spot for photography of downtown Hilo and the nearby Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea volcanoes. Coconut Island Map

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