Hele o Honoli’i… The traveling sands of Honoli’i When there is heavy rain fall up Mauka(mountain), the river overflows and floods the beach, washing all the sand away. Eventually, the ocean tides push the sand back to the shoreline. As a child I thought it amusing when my Aunt would say, «Look the sand is dancing!» The ebb and flow of the tides shape and smooth the shoreline rocks into water-worn pebbles that we refer to as ‘Ili ‘ili. In some hula dances, the dancers hold two pebbles in each hand and click them together in rhythm while chanting. It’s a similar sound you hear when you sit on the beach and the waves drag the pebbles up and down the shore. As history and traditions fade, more refer to Honoli’i as an epic surf spot just north of Hilo Bay. But to some of us, Honli’i is the beach where the sand dances.
Cynthia B.
Tu valoración: 4 Aptos, CA
The push pin on the map is way off. :) Other than that, when you find it… it’s a nice lil beach. Don’t expect sand here. However, Hilo offers some great grassy beaches.
Amanda K.
Tu valoración: 4 San Francisco, CA
Very pretty spot right around the corner from where we are staying this vacation. I’d definitely say to keep your shoes on, but it’s worth a look for the view and for the pretty little park near the beach.
Arnold E.
Tu valoración: 4 Orange County, CA
You’ll like this beach if you surf or bodyboard. You’ll also like this beach if you don’t value the use of your feet. This is one of the rockiest beaches in existence. Sure, the surf’s pretty good here. You just have to run the gauntlet on your way out to the water. If you’re willing to risk it however, Honoli’i is actually a nice place. Just watch your step. Pros: secluded spot, good surf, grassy area for laying out or chillaxin’, lifeguard on duty, and(duh) you’re in Hawai’i. Cons: one way in/one way out entrance/exit, no real parking lot, hiking it to and from the beach, and(duh) lotsa rocks. I still think Honoli’i is worth a check if you’re visiting the Big Island.
Jay J.
Tu valoración: 3 Los Angeles, CA
When I lived on the Big Island, I used to frequent this ‘beach’ to body board. OK, ‘beach’ is a loose term to describe this place, because there isn’t really sand there — it’s mostly a rocky beach. If you plan to surf there, I’d recommend going during the Winter season, AND with a local to just OBSERVE first, because some locals can be pretty territorial. I used to surf ‘Mids’, and this was a pretty safe spot to be in. The more experienced surfers surf ‘Point’, which tends to have bigger waves and is closer to a rocky shore/cliff. If you end up drifting with the current, you’ll end up at ‘Tombstones’ — this spot lines up with the cemetery up above near the highway. The current can be strong at some times, so this isn’t a place for beginners to jump in. There is a lifeguard shack, so if you do get in trouble, you’re covered. No shark attacks… well, except for that one time a little shark chomped on a sea turtle, BUT no surfers were ever hurt. Check out these pics: ://www.filmbigisland.com/location/v/HONOLII+BEACH+PARK/
