Guidebook for Naalehu
Parks & Nature
Our favorite beach in all of Hawaii and located right in our neighborhood. This is a "must see" place to visit during your stay. Yes, the sand is green peridot and looks like glittering green gold in the sun. The drive or hike into the beach is an adventure in itself and arriving there feels like you are visiting another planet. This beach is said to be one of the most healing places in the world and we agree! Go early and avoid the crowds!
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Papakōlea Green Sand Beach
Our favorite beach in all of Hawaii and located right in our neighborhood. This is a "must see" place to visit during your stay. Yes, the sand is green peridot and looks like glittering green gold in the sun. The drive or hike into the beach is an adventure in itself and arriving there feels like you are visiting another planet. This beach is said to be one of the most healing places in the world and we agree! Go early and avoid the crowds!
Beautiful hikes, lava tube, steam vents and if you come at the right time see a glowing, spattering lava lake! The restaurant here is pricey, but delicious and if the lake is glowing have dinner here while watching hot lava!
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Parque Nacional de los Volcanes de Hawái
Beautiful hikes, lava tube, steam vents and if you come at the right time see a glowing, spattering lava lake! The restaurant here is pricey, but delicious and if the lake is glowing have dinner here while watching hot lava!
Beautiful black sand beach sandwiched between ocean tide pools and a lily pond! Great place for having a picnic and watching sea turtles bask in the sun!
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Punalu'u Black Sand beach
Ninole Loop RoadBeautiful black sand beach sandwiched between ocean tide pools and a lily pond! Great place for having a picnic and watching sea turtles bask in the sun!
Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park preserves the site where, up until the early 19th century, Hawaiians who broke a kapu or one of the ancient laws against the gods could avoid certain death by fleeing to this place of refuge or "pu'uhonua". The offender was absolved by a priest and freed to leave. Defeated warriors and non-combatants could also find refuge here during times of battle. The grounds just outside the Great Wall that encloses the pu'uhonua were home to several generations of powerful chiefs.
Plan to stay a while and visit the best snorkeling spot on the island just beside the park "Two-Steps"
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Parque Histórico Nacional Pu'uhonua O Hōnaunau
State Highway 160Pu'uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park preserves the site where, up until the early 19th century, Hawaiians who broke a kapu or one of the ancient laws against the gods could avoid certain death by fleeing to this place of refuge or "pu'uhonua". The offender was absolved by a priest and freed to leave. Defeated warriors and non-combatants could also find refuge here during times of battle. The grounds just outside the Great Wall that encloses the pu'uhonua were home to several generations of powerful chiefs.
Plan to stay a while and visit the best snorkeling spot on the island just beside the park "Two-Steps"
Salt and Pepper sand, beautiful views and a local vibe - this is a great beach for lazing the day away! Rent kayaks or paddle boards here -- dolphin sightings are frequent! Bring a cooler with snacks and drinks and stay a while.
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Parque de la Playa de Ho'okena
86-4322 Mamalahoa HwySalt and Pepper sand, beautiful views and a local vibe - this is a great beach for lazing the day away! Rent kayaks or paddle boards here -- dolphin sightings are frequent! Bring a cooler with snacks and drinks and stay a while.
Essentials
Our preferred grocery store in Ocean View - small, but has a decent natural and organic food section and better selection than Malama Market.
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Ocean View Market
92-8676 Lotus Blossom LnOur preferred grocery store in Ocean View - small, but has a decent natural and organic food section and better selection than Malama Market.
Food Scene
The BEST coffee shop on the island (in our opinion) and the best part is you can walk out of the driveway, go right and you are steps away from this beautiful flower farm and delicious coffee shop. They also serve delicious baked goods and premade sandwiches/bagels. There is even a boutique inside with beautiful local artisan gifts. Open 8-5 daily
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Ka Lae Coffee
The BEST coffee shop on the island (in our opinion) and the best part is you can walk out of the driveway, go right and you are steps away from this beautiful flower farm and delicious coffee shop. They also serve delicious baked goods and premade sandwiches/bagels. There is even a boutique inside with beautiful local artisan gifts. Open 8-5 daily
Cute little taco shop across from the Ace Hardware - serving yummy and quick mexican food.
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Taco Tita
95-1148 Naalehu Spur RdCute little taco shop across from the Ace Hardware - serving yummy and quick mexican food.
Famous Punalu'u Bakery - not healthy, but definitely delicious! We love the lilikoi malasadas and bismarks! They often have live musicians outside under the gazebo. Gift shop inside with local goods.
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Punalu'u Bake Shop
95-5642 HI-11Famous Punalu'u Bakery - not healthy, but definitely delicious! We love the lilikoi malasadas and bismarks! They often have live musicians outside under the gazebo. Gift shop inside with local goods.
Delicious Thai food, but sometimes strange hours so be sure to call ahead and make sure they are open. There is often a a wait, however they do takeout and that is what we recommend (expect an hour for takeout)
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Ka Lae Garden Thai Food
92-8395 Hawaiʻi Belt RdDelicious Thai food, but sometimes strange hours so be sure to call ahead and make sure they are open. There is often a a wait, however they do takeout and that is what we recommend (expect an hour for takeout)
Shopping
Wednesday Farmer's market from 8-2. Support our neighborhood and get food, local goods and souvenirs here!
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Ka’u (Na’alehu) Farmers Market
95-5656 Hawaiʻi Belt RdWednesday Farmer's market from 8-2. Support our neighborhood and get food, local goods and souvenirs here!
Arts & Culture
Beautiful Buddhist Temple and grounds. A nice drive through the Wood Valley forest into a tranquil and beautiful zen retreat. There are often speakers and events held here so check in and see what's happening!
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Nechung Dorje Drayang Ling, Wood Valley Temple & Retreat
96-2285 Wood Valley RdBeautiful Buddhist Temple and grounds. A nice drive through the Wood Valley forest into a tranquil and beautiful zen retreat. There are often speakers and events held here so check in and see what's happening!