Honokohau (Kailua-Kona) - Docking
Honokōhau Moorings for Yachts
Anchorages
There is an anchorage just north of the entrance channel. There are quite a few patches of coral as well as sand. Depth is about 25 to 30ft. Any stay here is limited to 72 hours.
It is also possible to anchor off Kailua-Kona Wharf, about 3.5 miles south. There are charges for anchoring and use of facilities onshore. It is very rolly here.
Marina/Dock
Honokohau is the safest harbor on the island as it was blasted out of solid rock. It is also the only place where boats can be hauled out.
It’s advisable to contact the harbormaster in advance about availability – contact: DLNR.BD.HONOKOHAUHARBOR@HAWAII.GOV or (808) 327-3690.
All berthing here is med-moor style. There is no electricity on the dock.
Picture below shows all the various services and retail stores that are part of the marina – courtesy of SV Totem.
DLNR Visitor Berths
There are two (2) designated visitor’s berths run by the DLNR (Dept of Land & Natural Resources). These are stern-ties to the first wharf visible upon entry to the harbor, where fuel is available. Although they are technically not reserved, arrangements begin well in advance of arrival by application to the DLNR rep for the harbor. This includes completing multiple forms, providing insurance to meet Hawaii’s requirements, etc. and may take time to complete.
Unclear if the transient berths are available to multihulls.
Marina Berths
“The Yard” Marina (formerly known as Gentry’s) is located in the small boat inner harbor and may have available space.
For availability contact (808) 327-3685.
https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dobor/honokohau-small-boat-harbor/
Last updated: July 2024
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Posted on behalf of Todd Thompson, SY Elcano
I am just back from a voyage from Hawaii through the Aleutians to Kodiak, Alaska on my 60’ sailboat Elcano.
I would like to pass on information about Gentry’s boatyard in Kona, Hawaii on the island of Hawaii:
The yard has a travel lift and basic land storage available. The adjacent marina there is run by the city and has limited space. All boat work at Gentry’s is done by independent contractors. I found Captain Ron Clark (phone 808.989.5500) particularly helpful in arranging a variety of boat work including painting, fiberglass repair, welding, and some other repairs. The work was well done, Ron is a pleasure to work with and helpful sorting out who is best to work with.