This salt-and-pepper beach, fringed with palms, sits in a sheltered cove and is popular for swimming, snorkeling, and fishing; it is one of the best spots on the island for snorkeling, with an abundance and variety of colorful reef fish and sea life. Beware of high surf and rip currents. This family beach park offers a picnic area, restrooms, and showers. Significant cultural history lies at this location, with Kahalu‘u Bay being listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Ku‘emanu Heiau lies on the north side of the bay, overlooking a popular surf break. Please be mindful of the living coral at this beach and help preserve it by not stepping on it. Also, be sure to wear reef-safe sunscreen here and every time you enter the Hawaiian waters.