Wawaloli Beach Park is one of Kona's most family-friendly beaches, operated by the Hawai'i Ocean Science and Technology Park and the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawai'i. It is best known for its sand-filled tide pools, which offer ample opportunity for young visitors to wade in safe shallow water conditions. Tide pools are protect from the ocean's surf via natural lava barriers, ensuring pristinely calm and warm water conditions. Day-use picnic tables with barbecue grills are offered, along with visitor amenities such as showers and public restrooms. Visitors can access Wawaloli Beach Park vis Highway 19 near the Kona Airport at mile marker 94.

Makako Bay Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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