Mauna Kea Beach – Hāpuna Beach loop from Kawaihae

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Mauna Kea Beach – Hāpuna Beach loop from Kawaihae

Hard

4.3

(3)

hikers

Mauna Kea Beach – Hāpuna Beach loop from Kawaihae

03:01

11.4km

90m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 1.85 km for 170 m

After 9.02 km for 170 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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180 m

Spencer Beach Park

Highlight • Beach

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Mauna Kea Beach

Highlight • Beach

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5.02 km

Hāpuna Beach

Highlight • Beach

This picturesque beach is not only the biggest one in Hawaiʻi but also one of the most beautiful ones. Actually, it was even voted one of the 10 most beautiful …

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Mauumae Beach

Beach

11.4 km

End point

Parking

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