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Punaluu
Beach Park
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PHOTOS |
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see a larger version of the photo |
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OVERVIEW |
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If you're
making a circle of the island, this is a
great stopping point to jump out of your car
and stretch your legs. It's easy, because
the sand literally comes up to your parked
car, and nice, because there is a sandy
bottom and mostly calm conditions. Plus
there are full facilities and lots of shade
trees. Often overlooked, and often overcast,
Punaluu can afford you a moment of solitude
and fresh air before you get back to your
sightseeing.
Punaluu Beach Park lies right by the
Kamehameha Hwy just south of Punaluu and the
mouth of the Punaluu Stream into Mamalu Bay
on the east coast of Oahu in Hawaii.
Punalu'u beach is protected by a coral reef
(visible int he satellite view of the Oahu
Google map) and offers year round swimming
and snorkeling. The beach is also popular
for shore fishing. The beach is lined with
trees giving plenty of shade and the park
contains restrooms. The road at Punaluu is
lined with gas stations and convenience
stores. |
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ACTIVITIES &
AMENITIES |
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Swimming: |
Yes |
Bathrooms: |
Yes |
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Snorkeling: |
Yes |
Picnic
Benches: |
Yes |
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Scuba
Diving: |
No |
Showers: |
Yes |
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Surfing: |
No |
BBQ
Pits: |
No |
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Windsurfing: |
No |
Water
Fountain: |
No |
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Kiteboarding: |
No |
Lifeguard: |
No |
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Bodysurfing: |
Yes |
Camping: |
No |
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DIRECTIONS |
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Punaluu
Beach Park are next to the 83 Kamehameha Hwy
at Punaluu, about 19 miles north of Kaneohe. |
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PLEASE NOTE |
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While
Hawaii's beaches can bring much enjoyment,
it is always a good practice to use common
sense while visiting them. Please be aware
of the wave & wind conditions before going
into the water. Mornings are usually best
for swimming, snorkeling or diving. Have
respect for the strength of the waves and be
aware that high surf can come up at any
time. NEVER turn your back to the ocean.
Be careful when exploring any rocky
shorelines. Waves can crash on the rocks and
knock you over easily, and the rocks may
also be sharp when walking on them.
When snorkeling or scuba diving, please have
respect for ocean life, and remember that
the coral reef is alive too. Avoid standing
on or touching if at all possible. |
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