Kohala Coast:

Samuel M. Spencer Beach Park:
Off Hwy. 270 at Kaiwahae Bay. White and beach protected by a reef. Good swimming/snorkeling all year. Picnic area, volleyball, basketball.

Anaeho'omalu:
Beach park in the palms off Hwy. 19. Calm water, good facilities. 9 miles south of Kawaihae at the Waikoloa Village and Resort area.

Hapuna: White-sand beach off Hwy. 19, 3 miles S. of Kawaihae. Swimming, snorkeling, bodysurfing in summer. Experienced swimmers only! State Recreation Area with good facilities, snack bar, lifeguard.

Kauna'oa (Mauna Kea): White sand beach off Hwy. 19, south of Kawaihae. Good swimming. Winter surfing. Public access.

Hamakua Coast:

Keokea Beach County Park, Kapaau Vicinity: Lovely beach popular with the locals. Secluded.
2 miles past Kapaau, along Akoni Pule Highway. Access road to beach near fruit stand. Showers, restrooms, picnic facilities, permit camping. Safety caution – calm days in summer only! Conditions could be hazardous at other times.

Waipio Beach, Kukuihaele Area: The longest black sand beach on the entire island, Waipio Beach is one of Hawaii's most secluded. Four-wheel drive only, or take the Waipio Valley Shuttle at the Waipio overlook down into the valley. Swimming here can be dangerous – better for surfing.

Laupahoehoe Beach Park, Laupahoehoe: Mamalahoa Highway. Showers, picnic tables, permit camping.
Too rough for swimming. Good fishing and advanced-level surfing.

Kolekole Beach Park, Hilo Vicinity: Black sand. Outside Hilo, a few miles past Honomu along Mamalahoa Highway.
At bridge, look for sign pointing down side road leading into valley and beach park. Restrooms, picnic facilities, grills, pavilions, permit camping. No swimming! Very dangerous.