#Beach Closure
Two Big Island beach parks remain closed for debris cleanup following high surf
Kahalu‘u and Kohana‘iki Beach Parks remain closed for debris cleanup following high surf over the weekend.
High surf forces closure of national historical parks in West Hawai‘i
Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park in South Kona is closed. Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park’s Alanui Kaloko Road and the coastal trail from Kaloko Fishpond to ʻAiʻōpio Fishtrap is also closed.
Update: High surf advisory upgraded to warning for north- and east-facing shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu is forecasting heavy rain in the Hāmākua District through this evening, wave heights of 10 to 14 feet are expected.
Update: High advisory for west-facing shores of Big Island is canceled
The surf has dropped below advisory levels.
Update: Hilo-bound lane of Bayfront Highway reopen; Moku Ola, Onekahakaha beach parks still closed because of high surf
Crews continue to clear the Hāmākua-bound lane of debris washed onto the Hilo roadway because of high surf.
2 West Hawaiʻi beach parks to temporarily close for construction improvements
The temporary closure of Laʻaloa Beach Park and the temporary partial closure of Magic Sands Beach Park in Kailua-Kona is scheduled for the end of the month to allow for construction improvements.
State Confirms Beach Reopenings, Following County’s Lead
Social distancing protocols of wearing face coverings and social distancing remain in effect.
Limited Reopening of State Beach Parks Only For O‘ahu, Not Big Island
Hawai‘i’s Department of Land and Natural Resources announced Thursday that groups of five people or fewer would be allowed on state beaches and hiking trails. However, that change in policy does not impact current rules on the Big Island.
Mayor Kim Extends Big Island Beach Closures Until Oct. 1
Beach parks and coastal parks may be used for direct access to and from the ocean in order to engage in exercise, fishing, and gathering food.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Windward Side of Island
A high surf advisory has been issued for the windward side of the Big Island through Wednesday evening.
County to Close Beaches Amid High Winds
The warning means dangerous and severe sustained winds of at least 35 mph with gusts over 60 mph are expected.
Hilo Beaches Reopen, High Surf Advisory Remains in Effect
Onekahakaha and Kealoha (4-mile) Beach Parks in Keaukaha are closed due to a high surf advisory until further notice.
Swarming Bees Close Spencer Beach Park
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation has closed Spencer Beach Park in North Kohala.
Shark Sighting Closes Magic Sands, Kahalu‘u
DLNR reports La‘aloa (Magic Sands) and Kahalu‘u Beach Parks in Kona are closed due to a confirmed shark sighting on Thursday morning.
Magic Sands Closed After Shark Sighting
Hawai‘i Civil Defense announced Magic Sands Beach in Kona is closed as of 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019, due to a confirmed shark sighting.
Hilo Beaches Close for Debris Clean-Up
Richardson’s Beach Park, Leleiwi Beach Park, Kealoha Beach Park, Carlsmith Beach Park, Onekahakaha Beach Park, and Coconut Island are all among those closed.
