Puako Beach Dr. – Puako, Hawaii
Location: Puako, Hawaii 96738 Directions: From Kona, drive north on Highway 19. Before mile marker 70, make a left turn onto Puako Road. Drive straight, passing Hokuloa United Church, and you will soon see the first of six public access trails with the “Leash law strictly enforced” sign at the trailhead. Park along either side of the road, making sure to pay attention to the “no parking” areas. A quick walk will have you and your dogs on the beach where you will see a rocky shoreline with many tide pools, inlets and coves, which offer good snorkeling conditions when the ocean is calm. A long, but narrow white-sand beach spans almost the entire length of the bay. The six public access trails are located by telephone poles #106, 110, 115, 120, 127 and 137. I have only been to the first one, so please feel free to share your experiences with me of the other spots. I’d love to hear about them! Beach Etiquette for Dog Owners Dogs must...
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