Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area

[HAWAIʻI] UPDATED 12/26/24 — West Hawai’i State Parks, Kekaha Kai (Manini Owali & Mahai’ula), Kiholo, Hapuna SRA (Hapuna & Waialae): Early Holiday CLOSURES at 5:00pm on December 31, 2024.

Landscaped beach park with swimming during calm seas, bodysurfing during periods of shore breaks, sunbathing and other beach-related activities, picnicking and shelter lodging opportunities.

Dangerous rip currents and pounding shore breaks during periods of high surf! Waves over 3 feet high are for experts – all others should stay out of the water and away from the shoreline! Lifeguard services. Hiking opportunity along the coastal trail. (61.8 acres)

Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area rents 4-person A-Frame shelters. These shelters consist of a single screened room with wooden sleeping platforms and a picnic table. Centrally located in the shelter complex is an enclosed pavilion with a range, refrigerator, and tables. Comfort Stations with cold showers and restrooms are available for shared use by all shelters.

Additional Information

Good For

Wheelchairs

Families

Activities

Swimming

Fishing

Snorkeling

Rules & Regulations

No Dogs

No Motorized Wheeled Vehicles

No Camping

Accessibility Description

Ocean access allowed.

Hazards

Dangerous Shorebreak
Strong Current

Prohibited

No Motorized Vehicles/ATV's
No Animals/Pets
No Alcoholic Beverages
No Camping
No Smoking
No Driving on Beach

Available Amenities

ADA Accessible
Food Concession
Lodging
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic table
Restroom
Showers
Trash Cans
Water Fountain

Activities

Beachgoing
Snorkeling
Entry/Parking Fees
Fishing
Swimming
Lifeguard

Hāpuna Beach Concession Open Daily

Three Frogs Cafe (snack bar) at the Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area is open daily from 10am-4pm, serving fish tacos, burgers and salads, tropical smoothies and shave ice. They also offer beach rentals of boogie boards, beach chairs and umbrellas, and snorkeling gear.

Hours

Daily 7:00 am to 6:45 pm

Camping

By Permit Only

Residents = $20 Per Night, Per Campsite
Non-Residents = $30 Per Night, Per Campsite

A-Frame Cabins

Residents = $40 Per Night, Per A-Frame
Non-Residents = $70 Per Night, Per A-Frame

NOTE: Online reservations for must be made at least 7-days in advance of check-in date.

Entrance Fee

Non-Commercial Vehicles

Residents = Free with State ID/DL
Non-Residents = $10 per vehicle

Commercial PUC Vehicle:

1-7 passenger vehicles: $25
8-25 passenger vehicles: $50
26+ passenger vehicles: $90