Isaac Hale Beach Park Overview Located on the north eastern side of Pohoiki Bay in the Puna region, Isaac Hale Beach Park covers around 2 acres of rocky shore line. This beach carries the name of Isaac K. Hale, a Private in the US Army, who was killed during the Korean War. Isaac Hale Beach Park Picnic Area before the 2018 Lava FlowDuring the 2018 Kilauea Eruption this area was surrounded by lava flows, but was luckily spared. The flows stopped right at the edge of the park and poured molten lava into the ocean just to the north of the park. This created a huge black sand beach that covered the whole shoreline including the boat ramp. Isaac Hale Beach Park is now one of the best places to see the results of the 2018 eruption. Isaac Hale Beach Park Picnic Area with 2018 Lava Flow in the Background Activities at Isaac Hale Beach Park The park has much to offer and is popular with locals and visitors alike. You’ll find heated pools, a huge black sand beach, and a variety of picnic areas and BBQ grills, great for family fun. Surfing, swimming, fishing, picnicking, camping and of course sunbathing are all popular activities to enjoy here. Isaac Hale Beach Park New Black Sand BeachAlthough there is a lifeguard on duty, Pohoiki Bay is known for its strong currents making snorkeling and swimming conditions variable and occasionally dangerous. When the ocean is calm, swimming is okay but watch for changing conditions if you are in the water. This is one of the primary surfing spots in the Puna area and you will often find local surfers braving the ocean’s intensive swells.
Isaac Hale Beach Park
