Maniniowali Beach, Beach in Hawaii County, United States

Maniniowali Beach, also called Kua Bay, is a white-sand cove on the North Kona coast of Hawaii Island, about 19.8°N, 156.0°W, in Hawaii County. The sand sits between dark lava rock and coral reef, and the beach has restrooms, showers, picnic tables and parking. The source records a tropical climate with an average temperature near 21 °C.

Maniniowali Beach, also called Kua Bay, lies on the North Kona coast of Hawaii Island, where the shoreline is formed of white sand between lava flows. The paved access road and parking area off Queen Kaahumanu Highway were added in the 2000s, ending a period when the bay could only be reached on foot across the lava.

The beach is known locally as Kua Bay, and the name Maniniowali refers to a princess in Hawaiian tradition. A stone formation near the shore is pointed out as her representation. The site lies in the ahupuaʻa of Kalaoa in North Kona, a land division whose name residents still use for the surrounding area.

Maniniowali Beach lies along the Kona coast of Hawaii Island, reached by a paved access road off the highway north of Kailua-Kona. The sand slopes quickly into the water, and the southern end near the rock wall has shallower, calmer water for swimming. There are no lifeguards, so watch for surf and strong currents.

Green sea turtles frequently visit the southern section near the rock wall, where tropical fish swim in clear waters close to shore. This area is one of the best spots for snorkeling and wildlife watching.