Puako Bay

The coastline is exposed to the trade winds in the winter months making it difficult for water activity, it does have that iconic Koholo coast look.

Beautiful! Great snorkeling. Secluded beaches. Hard rocky shores for the most part and slightly more difficult to get in over the rocks and coral , especially at lower tides. One can see various sea life, including turtles, sharks, eels, urchins and puffer fish there. And the swim is not far off shore in order to start seeing most of this sea life. One of my favorite places to snorkel now.

The rocks were a little too slippery

Secluded, private, scerene. We watched whales breach and play for hours. Decent snorkeling with no waves and crystal clear water. Ditch the packed beaches up the road for this peaceful getaway. Free parking on the road only a short walk away from the shore. A must for any beach day Kona side.

Nice beach natural sand

I absolutely love Puako. It's a must see when on the Big island.

Entry for snorkeling a bit tough.

Very warm year around.And dry