Small beach with lots of character, people and views. Easily able to see little sea creature in the rocks. As others have stated its a little intense in the waves, especially when the tide is out. It can get rocky with a current that pulls you in. I fou d the spot much better for sunsets than the Pier in town. I could see myself coming back here again for sure.

I got here at around 7 in the morning and there were a moderate amount of people here. This definitely isn’t a lowkey spot, as it’s posted on many tourist sites for the big island. Make sure you get here super early to have the beach to yourself for a few minutes, and definitely come by the evening to watch a beautiful sunset on the sands. Bring your own volleyball, and there’s a net hoisted up that you can enjoy with your friends. The beach is good for boogie-boarding with the kiddies and to sit back and relax. Definitely recommend this place to anybody that wants a nice beach to sit around on! NOTE: this isn’t a huge beach, it’s pretty minuscule compared to the other beaches on island. It’s about a similar size to the Green Sands Beach at South Point.

I'll make this quick and simple because we're all just trying to find a good beach! 🤙 There's a parking lot nearby. You can't miss it. You can park there for free. Please check time limitations ✅ This beach is good for swimming ✅ I saw people snorkeling too ✅ Clean ✅ This beach can get crowded but it's okay. You'll still have fun. You'll feel safer too, if you're afraid to be alone in the water like my wife 😂 No rinse ❌ but that's okay. Feel free to follow for more short but accurate reviews 😎 🤙

Really enjoyed spending the morning at this beach. Even though it is on a busy street it seemed like we were far away from the crowd. The sand is very nice and there was plenty of shade in the morning. Bring an umbrella if you are going to stay long past noon. The waves broke very close to the shore making boogie boarding and body surfing a little harry, but the waves were not that big. The water is very clean and clear. There was plenty of parking when we arrived but I could see later in the afternoon or weekends it could be tough to find parking. There is a very clean restroom as well.

Magic Sands Beach Park is a neat little beach across the street from the condo we stayed at. It features soft sand entry but also rocks. The upside of the rocks is very good snorkeling on either side (but easier on the right side). The waves and current can be challenging, so the ease of snorkeling and swimming varies by day and time of day. The new bathroom/shower building opened during our week there, and is small but nice. Really the only negative we found at this beach is certain annoying locals who hang out at the road above: loud music, pot smoking, and we nearly saw a fight. Sit closer to the water to give some buffer from the Ali'i Drive dwellers. I wouldn't really call this a "destination beach" but if you are staying nearby it is worth at least a day here.

This pace definitely lives up to its name!! Seeing the turtle's shadows while the waves where cresting was just MAGICAL!!! This is a place that is best viewed with the natural eye, no picture can do it justice, the crystal-clear water the turtles, the snorkeling all that just makes this place Magical. Great place for little ones, creates a lot of natural pools for them to enjoy and right across the street is a shaved ice stand makes this spot perfect!

Awesome beach when the sand is in but can be very dangerous when sand is out like it is right now. Lots of sharp rocks in the water and on shore and if you don't get in or out fast enough, you can get bashed onto the rocks. Lifeguards on duty from 930am to 5pm daily. Public washrooms and outdoor shower. Great place for watching the sunset.

This beach is a spot for surfing/body boarding. This ain’t a friendly beach amongst kids as the waves are pretty raging. Free parking across the street and couple of food trucks available to grab some kines. Not much shades though. Public bathroom and outdoor shower is available on the area. Highly recommended beach!

Gorgeous beach!!! Beautiful crystal clear water, with lots of tropical fish and sea turtles to swim with. Now please know, the beach was crowded, The bathrooms were nasty and homeless people were present but the water allowed me to over look these things.

Small but beautiful beach. The waves this week were just a nice size. Not too large but big enough to make swimming interesting. Lots of tweens boogie boarding after school as well. There are washrooms at the south end of the beach and a nice restaurant and bar at the north end.

My wife & I went to several beaches to check out, but this was by far our favorite. If you're lookin for a wonderful sandy beach to relax in the sun, & enjoy the beautiful warm water, then this would be it. There is a little bit of lava rock to the right side to avoid when you enter the water, but most of it is sandy bottom, & some small to medium waves to play in. It got a little crowded the times we were there, but not obnoxiously so. From my experience, over all the other beaches we went to, you'd wanna wear scuba or sand shoes to handle walking on all the lava rock. Still beautiful water to get into anywhere ya go, but the soft white tropical sand here is pretty darn perfect, & no worries getting scraped up.

Such a great park, big canopy of trees to shade the area. I hung out and did a workout in the grass. There are some locals that were blasting music, but it was pretty good music. Plenty of free parking on the street. If you go to the park with the sand watch out for the waves First day I got here they were pretty big.

Highly recommend this beach for boogie boarding enthusiasts! The waves here are impressively large, providing an exhilarating experience. It's reassuring to know there's a lifeguard on duty; they were quick to respond and provide guidance when someone was injured by the powerful waves. Despite the beach's compact size, it's packed with amenities - from rinse-off stations to shaded areas, not to mention the delightful shaved ice and snack stand nearby. Plus, the convenience of free parking is a big bonus. A fantastic spot that guarantees a fun-filled day!

My son had a lot of fun here but definitely smaller in comparison to most “beaches”. Good spot for kids, wouldn’t recommend them swimming alone if not strong swimmers.

Small area not as Ricky that makes it easy to wade in the water. I wouldn't swim here tho because of the lava rocks. Park benches and grills available. Very peaceful and pretty!

Magic Sands Beach Park, although small and rocky, offers a unique experience for beachgoers in Hawaii. This is especially attractive to snorkelers, providing a chance to explore vibrant marine life when the waters are clear. However, it's important to note that the beach can become rough at times, making swimming and snorkeling challenging. Additionally, due to its popularity, Magic Sands Beach Park tends to get crowded, especially during peak times. If you're seeking a tranquil and spacious beach setting, this might not be the ideal choice. Nevertheless, for those who appreciate snorkeling opportunities and don't mind a bit of a crowd, Magic Sands Beach Park still offers a chance to enjoy the beauty of Hawaii's underwater world.

Surfer's paradise. Picture perfect place to experience Hawaii waves. No parking fees. Beautiful sunset. Swam with a green sea turtles twice in two days

Nice beach if it has sand. Great view. Lifeguard on-site and a volleyball net. Snorkeling if you stay away from the beach and the rocks. Bathrooms and shower. There is work on the picnic area. Parking across street.

The waves are pretty rough here. It was fun for a minute but we only went to this beach once - and it was one of the closer ones to our hotel. We had so much sand in our bathing suits after this. We showered at the beach and then back at the hotel and we’re still finding sand in our hair and ears the next day. If you’re into waves that’ll really move you around, it’s fun - but for us the novelty wore off fairly quickly and we had no desire to go back.

First the bad is the crowds and only because it's such a great beach to relax and body surf if the water is calm it's less crowded for the most part its friendly even the surfers, there is a lifeguard not sure what time they start but there is one. The water has a beautiful color a nice sunset when it's clear skies, I can't speak about the restrooms since we rent across the street so we walk back to our place. It's very clean sand the earlier you go the better, we usually go by 8am you can pick your spot and lots of parking (free) but the scenic part is closed during construction and yes at that time it's warm we have gone as early as 715am weather is warm as well as the water. You will get some good waves to body surf I'm no expert but I'm assuming 3-4 ft and I sure some bigger ones at times. 4 stars because I never used the restrooms to comment. This is a must to visit put it on your list also after watching the teal and blue ocean stay for the Golden sunset. I'm sure everyone will love this beach. My pictures are from 3 different days.

Beautiful beach for body surfing and dancing with the waves! It is usually crowded. Easy access, if you can find a parking spot across the street. It is a good place to watch sunset, but again, a lot of people. If you want some solitude, better go somewhere else on the island.

Gorgeous beach! Crystal clear blue warm water, with lots of tropical fish and sea turtles to swim with. Absolutely stunning sunset. The beach was crowded, there was plenty of parking. Lifeguards on site.Waves can be rough suddenly.

Beautiful sandy beach near shave ice and a restaurant. Not a lot of shade - pretty much none - so plan for that. Some bug rocks but so beautiful. There’s a pod of dolphins that spend time just past the waves and they interact with swimmers, so that’s really cool. Also, we saw a sea turtle come swimming in and it wasn’t afraid of anyone either (don’t forget you DO NOT TOUCH sea turtles!!) All in all a great beach. Lots of parking across the street. Shave ice in the parking lot. Only deducted a star due to some rockiness and lack of shade options.