Anahola Beach Park
Show on mapAt Anahola Beach Park, tree shadows stretch across the sand. Look along the curve of the bay and a green ridge with pointed peaks rises behind the far shore.
A local view
“The bay is big and the sand is waiting for your feet to walk all over it.”
The resident remembers birthdays here and families staying for “real long vacations.” He liked the afternoon shade. His two photos show why: one looks out from under the trees toward the mountains, and the other looks back along the sand beneath the palms.
Getting there
Entrance and parking
From Kūhiō Highway (Route 56), turn toward the ocean on Anahola Road. Follow it to Anahola Beach Park and use the park parking near the shore.
Walk to the beach
From the parking area, head toward the sand beside the picnic area. The state sketch shows the restrooms between the park road and the bay. Once on the beach, look along the tree line for the mountain view.
Anahola Beach Park photos
Select a photo to see the full view.
Questions about Anahola Beach Park
Where can I see the mountains from the beach?
Walk out to the sand at the park and look along the bay. In the first photo, the pointed peaks rise above the trees on the far shore. The second photo looks back toward the palms.
Is there shade for a picnic?
Trees shade the edge of the sand, especially in the afternoon, as the resident recalls. The County lists a picnic area and restrooms at the beach park.
Do I need a permit to camp at Anahola Beach Park?
Yes. The County issues permits for the Anahola Beach Park campground. Use its camping page to check available dates and book a permit.
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