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Kailua Bay

3.2United StatesHawaii

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Shelter: NW, N, NE, E
Seabed: sand
Anchoring: Allowed

Open roadstead off Kailua-Kona, on the west coast of the island of Hawaii, with a sand bottom.

Beach

Guide

Approach and anchoring

The bay opens to the west and gives shelter from the prevailing winds off the land. There is a marked offshore mooring area for visiting yachts; anchoring takes care to avoid coral, so use a sand patch. Kailua Pier handles cruise-ship tenders and local boats.

Practical

Honokohau Harbour, the main small-boat harbour for Kona, lies about 2.4 miles north-west with fuel, berths and a fuel dock. Kailua-Kona town fronts the bay, with shops, provisions and restaurants within walking distance of the pier.

Ashore

Kamakahonu Beach, a sheltered strand of white sand at the north edge of the bay, was the residence of King Kamehameha I and holds the restored Ahuena Heiau temple. Kailua Pier is the start and finish of the Ironman Triathlon World Championship held each October.