Kaunaʻoa (Mauna Kea) Beach, HI
Sunrise to Sunset
4448 miles
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81
%Crowd Level Now
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 4 AM-9 AM — swimming not recommended
About This Beach
Kaunaʻoa Beach, also known as Mauna Kea Beach, is a stunning crescent-shaped cove boasting soft, white sand and calm, clear turquoise waters. Located adjacent to the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, this public beach offers limited parking, resulting in a generally less crowded atmosphere compared to nearby beaches. Amenities include clean restrooms and outdoor showers, but shade is limited; visitors are advised to bring their own.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
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Activities & Rentals
Snorkeling
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/1/2026, 3:30:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:00 | 80° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 80° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 80° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 79° | 0 | 2 mph | 0.01 |
| 07:00 | 79° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 79° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 79° | 2 | 2 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/1/2026, 3:30:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:00 | 77°F | 1.6 ft | 11s | ← W | +3.5 ft |
| 04:00 | 77°F | 1.6 ft | 11s | ← W | +3.2 ft |
| 05:00 | 77°F | 1.6 ft | 11s | ← W | +2.7 ft |
| 06:00 | 77°F | 1.6 ft | 11s | ← W | +2.2 ft |
| 07:00 | 77°F | 1.6 ft | 11s | ← W | +1.7 ft |
| 08:00 | 77°F | 1.7 ft | 11s | ← W | +1.4 ft |
| 09:00 | 77°F | 1.7 ft | 11s | ← W | +1.2 ft |