Hilo Breakwater — Attraction in Hawaii

This isn't really a park. It's a place where you can safely park your vehicle in a small lot and walk down to the ocean. There is a small beach that is good for launching kayaks or paddleboards into Radio Bay, which is the protected area inside the breakwater. You can also walk along the top of this impressive breakwall. While it's fun, it isn't easy because you have to hop from boulder to massive boulder which make up this structure. No one will stop you from walking the entire length of the breakwater. But for the sake of safety, I usually stop when I reach the start of the raised, reinforced segment. Even on a calm day, rogue waves can pop up and sweep a person onto the rocks. Remember, always keep an eye...

According to the internet: "Contrary to urban legend, the Hilo breakwater was built to dissipate general wave energy and reduce wave action in the protected bay, providing calm water within the bay and protection for mooring and operating in the bay; it was not built as a tsunami protection barrier for Hilo."

With many parks and trails closed due to pandemic, I decided to check this spot out since it is one of the places open. It's pretty cool local flavor.

Black crabs and fishies can be spotted - many come here for fishing.

Wear non-slippery shoes and watch out...

Great hike out to the point, for a beautiful view of the coconut island bay and hotel view! Don't plan to do this hike unless the water is calm. High surf and this hike becomes terrifying, the rocks will be incredibly slippery and the water will try to wash you off. Easy 4 mile round trip or so and you are gathered to see sea turtles on...