Pololu Beach & Lookout
Pololu Beach is the most popular beach at the north end of the Big Island despite the required steep...
Kapaau
Beaches in Kapaau
Keokea Beach Park
Keokea Beach Park is a picturesque little park about one mile from Highway 270 at the north end of...
Kauhola Point
Kauhola Point is a beautiful spot with an open space and grand views. It’s located in a hidden peninsula...
Kapana Bay Beach
Kapana Bay Beach is seldom visited as it’s off the beaten path to say the least. The road to...
Honokane Nui Valley Beach
If you are visiting Pololu Beach and want to extend your hike, venturing toward the Honokane Nui Valley is...
Nearby Attractions
About Kapaau
Kapa'au is the last town at the north end of the Big Island. It's the gateway to the Pololu Valley and the hub of the North Kohala District. In Kapa'au you'll find art galleries, restaurants and other services. Be sure to stop and photograph the colorful statue of King Kamehameha The First at the Kohala Civic Center (Hwy 270 and Kapaau Rd). The history of this statue from 1879 will astound you. Hikers will want to venture down to Pololu Beach as it's the highlight of this region. About a mile before the road ends at the Pololu Lookout there's a food truck called Fresh of the Grid which has smoothies and other cold treats. Keokea Beach Park near Kapa'au is a quiet spot with easy shoreline access that's often missed. The other beaches at Kauhola Point and Kapana Bay are harder to reach as the access roads get wet and rutted, but if you are up for an adventure, you can drive (4x4 recommended) or walk out to them. No matter which beaches you visit in this area, be sure to stop into Kapa'au and meet the nice folks there.