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Kaunaoa, Big Island, Hawaii
This beach also known as Mauna Kea Beach is a hidden jewel, located within the Mauna Key Beach Resort. Kaunaoa is nearly a quarter mile-long pocket beach that features clear, turquoise water and white coral sand that contrasts with the black lava rock. You need to arrive early as there are a limited number of parking spots for visitors and ask the gate attendant for entry. You might want to take Uber or Lyft so that you can avoid paying for parking and access problems.