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Spencer Beach Park
Spencer Beach Park Review
This white-sand beach is popular with local families because of its reef-protected waters. It's probably the safest beach in West Hawaii for young children. It's also safe for swimming year-round, which makes it a reliable spot for a lazy day at the beach. There is a little shade, plus a volleyball court and pavilion, and the soft sand is perfect for sand castles. It does tend to get crowded with families and campers on weekends, and the beach can be spotted with litter. Although you won't see a lot of fish if you're snorkeling here, in winter you can usually catch sight of a breaching whale or two. The beach park lies just below Puukohola Heiau National Historic Park, site of the historic temple built by King Kamehameha the Great in 1795. Amenities: lifeguards (weekends and holidays only); parking (no fee); showers; toilets. Best for: sunset; swimming.
- Address: Hwy. 270, toward Kawaihae Harbor, just after the road forks from Hwy. 19, Kawaihae, HI, 96743 | Map It
- Phone: 808/961-8311
- Location: Kohala Coast
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