Policy:
Dogs are allowed in all areas below the high-tide line. (Dogs can be on the ovean side of the debris line often marked by seaweed.) Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Take your dog home at first sign on unfriendly behavior. Puppies and dogs should be vaccinated and healthy. Keep close supervision of your dog. Dogs is estrus/heat should be left at home. Pick up and dispose of your dog's waste.

Directions:
To get to Punalu'u Beach Park, go south out of Kona on Highway ll. After going through the little town of Na'alehu and travelling for about 20 minutes or so, you will reach a four-way junction with a sign on the right that says Sea Mountain Resort. Take the right turn, and go past the golf course and rest rooms, driving on the black sand to park by the hut that sells t-shirts.