Waialea Beach, also known as 69 Beach for its proximity to a local numbered utility pole, is a white sand beach located within a residential area on the Big Island, accessible from Kona along Highway 19 and Old Puako Road. Though no lifeguards are staffed on duty, Waialea Beach is a very popular spot for swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving during the summer months, offering a perfect mix of sun and shade conditions for visitor relaxation and recreation. A wide variety of marine life resides within the beach's waters, which were designated as a marine conservation district in 1985. During the winter months, visitors can even spot humpback whales from the beach's shores. The moderate-difficulty Ala Kahakai Trail embarks from the beach, looping 15.4 miles along the island's coastline and offering opportunities to see ancient Hawai'ian sites and anchialine ponds.

Old Puako Rd, Waimea, HI 96743

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