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Kealia means "the salt bed" or "the salt-encrusted area." In former times flat, low-lying shoreline sites were periodically flooded by high surf and high tides. Shallow ponds would often form. After several days of exposure to the sun, the water that had inundated the flats would evaporate, leaving behind a thin layer or occasionally a pocket of salt. Salt from the deeper pockets was gathered to satisfy a variety of domestic, medicinal, and ceremonial needs. The name Kealia, or a form of the name, is found on all of the major Hawaiian islands, including Niʻihau and Kahoʻolawe.

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Free Parking

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Picnic

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Showers

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Snack Shack

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Gear Rental

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Fishing

Fishing

Surfing

Surfing

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Swimming

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No Alcohol

No Alcohol

No Camping

No Camping

No Cars on Sand

No Cars on Sand

No Dogs

No Dogs

No Fire Pits

No Fire Pits

No Smoking

No Smoking

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High Surf

High Surf

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Jellyfish

Rip Currents

Rip Currents

Sharp Coral

Sharp Coral

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Strong Currents

Swim at your Own Risk

Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments.  Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time.  Actual conditions may differ.  Lifeguards are not always on duty or available.  Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you. 

Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.