Spencer Beach Park — ʻŌhaiʻula
Launch Type
Skill Level
Surface / Access
Hand carry across sand to the water; beach width and footing change with tide.
Allowed Craft
Sandy county beach with extensive park facilities. Beach launch is condition-dependent; the outer coast is more exposed than the nearshore swimming area.
Fees
Free day-use parking listed; camping, where offered, requires a separate permit.
Parking Info
Use designated public parking. Keep driveways, emergency access and boat-trailer stalls clear.
Managing Agency
County of Hawaiʻi Department of Parks and Recreation
Yes — listed in the beach facility guide; availability may change.
Yes — listed in the beach facility guide; availability may change.
Yes — listed in the beach facility guide; availability may change.
Drinking water listed; carry a backup supply.
Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.
Dedicated boat wash not confirmed; bring a small rinse supply.
County campground listed; separate reservation/permit required. Confirm current operation.
Choose a short route suited to conditions and allow time for the return. Do not assume a beach landing gives access across private land.
Swimmers, reef, wind and swell outside the sheltered beach. Avoid crossing active harbor approaches to the north.
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Address
Kawaihae Road & Spencer Beach Park Rd, Waimea, HI 96743
City
Kawaihae / Waimea — Hawaiʻi
County / Region
Hawaiʻi
State / Country
Hawaii, United States
Coordinates
20.023797, -155.822734
From Kawaihae Road follow the signed road to Spencer Beach Park below Puʻukoholā Heiau. Continue to the public beach parking and carry through the park to the sand. Select a gap clear of swimmers; leave the historical-site road and all emergency access open.
Phone
808-961-8311
Hours / Season
Plan a daylight visit. Confirm posted gate hours and same-day closures before traveling.
Rentals / Marina
On-site rentals not verified; bring equipment or reserve with an island outfitter.
Accessibility
Accessible park features listed; no accessible transfer into a paddle craft verified. Shoreline may still require assistance.
