Big Island Beaches

White Sands Beach

Alii Drive

Kailua-Kona, Big Island

Don't blink as you cruise Alii Drive, or you'll miss White Sands Beach. This small, white-sand pocket beach about 4 1/2 miles south of Kailua-Kona is sometimes called Disappearing Beach because it does just that, especially at high tide or during storms. It vanished completely when Hurricane Iniki hit in 1991, but it's now back in place. On calm days the water is perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Locals use the elementary waves to teach their children how to surf and boogi...

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Swimming: Yes

Snorkeling: Yes

Surfing: Yes

Children: Yes

Lifeguards: Yes

Restrooms: Yes

Showers: Yes

Parking: Yes

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