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Waiopae Tidepools

United States, Hawaii

Waiopae Tidepools

LocationUnited States, Hawaii
RegionHawaii
TypeMarine Life Conservation District
Coordinates19.4861°, -154.8250°
Established2003
Area0.1
Nearest CityPahoa (8 mi)
Major CityHilo (25 mi)

About Waiopae Tidepools

Network of protected tidepools along the Puna coast offering calm, crystal-clear snorkeling in natural volcanic rock formations. The shallow pools harbor sea turtles and colorful fish. Recent lava flows have transformed the surrounding landscape.