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From Hilo, take Hwy 19 north through Waimea to Kawaihae. Turn right on Hwy 270 and watch for a sign, about 13 miles from Kawaihae. From Kona, take Hwy. 19 north. At Kawaihae, bear left along the coast on Hwy. 270. Proceed another 13 miles, watching for a sign.
This is a wonderful swim snorkel location great to park your vehicle has bathroom wonderful for getting on a long bike ride if you are a road bike or
Very small but very clear water park. You can see fish swimming even without going into water.
some very cool snorkelling. it can be annoying to get in and out, even with the convenient ladder, but if you go along with the waves it makes it easier. the visibility varies between each area, so i reccomend going further out, where it clears up signifiantly. we saw about a thousand yellow tang, and other highlights include a large trumpet fish, triggerfish, and moorish idols. some scattered coral and sick rock formations. outside of the water, there are the remains of an old port and a railway company.
This very unique park makes use of a former sea port and railroad depot that once serviced Hawaiian sugar plantations. The best feature is the harbor which is awesome for swimming and snorkeling. The concrete docks, stairs and ladders make ocean access very easy. The waters are calm and protected with lots of beautiful tropical fish. There is also a 0.1 mile path that takes you out to a historic lighthouse and a bench that offers a spectacular panoramic view.
Great place to go scuba diving. The yellow tang population is measured in the hundreds if not thousands in this area. They change the color of the water. Fairly warm and great visibility.
There are also ruins from the last century that can be explored.
