Kekaha Kai State Park (Mahai‘ula Section)
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Description
UPDATE - 9/30/20: Kekaha Kai State Park will be OPEN starting Oct. 1, 2020.
Mahai’ula section has a sandy beach and dune offering opportunities for swimming and beach-related activities. A picnic area with tables is available. A 4.5-mile hike north through this wilderness park on the historic coastal trail, Ala Kahakai, leads to Kua Bay. Midway, a hike to the summit of Pu’u Ku’ili, a 342-foot high cinder cone, offers an excellent view of the coastline. Dry and hot with no drinking water.
Maniniʻōwali (Kua Bay) section at north end of park offers swimming during calm seas, bodysurfing during periods of shore breaks, sunbathing, picnicking and other beach-related activities. Hiking opportunity along the coastal trail.
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Accessibility Description
Ocean access allowed.
Available Amenities
- ADA Accessible
- No Drinking Water
- Picnic table
- Trash Cans
Hazards
- Dangerous Shorebreak
- Strong Current
Prohibited
- No Motorized Vehicle/ATV's
- No Animals/Pets
- No Alcoholic Beverages
- No Camping
- No Smoking
- No Commercial Activities
Activities
- Beachgoing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Sightseeing
- Snorkeling
- Swimmimg
Hours
Daily 8:00am – 6:45pm
Additional Information
Dangerous rip currents and pounding shore breaks during periods of high surf! Waves over 3 feet high are for experts – all others should stay out of the water and away from the shoreline! No lifeguard services.
Entrance Fee
None