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Puna, USA

This park was established with a federal grant in the mid-1990s to replace those lost to the lava flows at Kalapana. It's 2½ mi south of the intersection of highways 132 and 137 on the Kapoho Coast, southeast of Pahoa town. There's a half-acre pond fed by thermal freshwater springs mixed with seawater, which makes for a relaxing soak. There have been occasional reports of bacterial contamination by the health department. Check with on-duty lifeguards and follow any posted advisory signs. Facilities include portable restrooms, outdoor showers, and picnic tables; no drinking water is available.