The hike out to Makalawena keeps the crowds away, especially on weekdays. It's really tough to find a more perfect beach anywhere in the Hawaiian island chain.
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Makalawena Beach is part of Puu Alii Bay, and this entire area is very rich in marine life. Bodyboarding, swimming, and snorkeling are common activities here.
Makalawena Beach is remote and perfectly pristine. You will not find a more beautiful beach anywhere on the Big Island or in all of Hawaii.
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Once you're there, you will walk past a small beach (interesting story of an old home built there many years ago) and through a lava field for about one mile.
About Makalawena Beach on Kona & West Island, Hawaii ; Address. HI-19. Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 ; Phone: 808-961-9540 ; Park Name: Kekaha Kai State Park ; Other Names ...