PO'OLENALENA BEACH

Photo By: Julie Aufranc
D.T. Fleming Beach Park

This large sandy beach provides a mix of sand and lava, making it a gorgeous spot to swim and snorkel.  Lots of sealife to observe - remember to look, not touch.  When there are waves, this is also a great place for body boarding.  Parking.  Limited facilities. 

Things To Do
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling
  • Body boarding
  • Picnic
  • Beach strolls
  • Surfing
Cool Because

It offers both a sandy bottom area for swimming and rock outcroppings for fantastic snorkeling.

Hazards

Seasonal high surf with strong currents and rip tides, especially around outlying rocks.

Topography

Sandy 1/2 mile stretch of beach with sloping shoreline defined by lava outcroppings at either end.

Not Good For

 

not lifeguarded