Dating on Hawaiʻi Island (Big Island)
Kamaʻāina Date is a dating community only for Hawaiʻi. On Hawaiʻi Island (Big Island) that covers Hilo, Kona, Waimea, Puna and Kaʻū. It's free to create a profile, and you can choose to see people on your island or across the state.
What dating on Hawaiʻi Island (Big Island) is like
Hawaiʻi Island is the largest island, and the drive between Hilo and Kona takes a couple of hours. Distance matters more here than anywhere else in the state, so be honest early about which side you live on and how far you're willing to drive.
Meeting people on the Big Island
The Big Island splits into two social worlds. Hilo is rainy, local and tied to the university, while Kona is sunnier and busier with visitors and ocean sports. Many people only date on their own side, so say yours up front. Kona vs. Hilo explains the difference.
First-date picks on the Big Island
Hilo: Liliʻuokalani Gardens and the Bayfront. Kona: a sunset on the Aliʻi Drive seawall. For a bigger date, the Maunakea Visitor Information Station is the first stop for visitors to the mountain. Check current hours and road rules with Maunakea Stewardship and bring warm layers.
Before any first date, read our first-date safety guide.
Getting around for dates
Hilo (east side) and Kona (west side) are on opposite sides of the island, connected by the Saddle Road (Daniel K. Inouye Highway) and the coastal highways. Waimea is a common halfway stop.
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Questions people ask
Is it practical to date between Hilo and Kona?
It's a long drive, so many people meet halfway in Waimea or plan whole-day dates.
Is there a dating site just for Hawaiʻi Island (Big Island)?
Kamaʻāina Date is a dating community only for Hawaiʻi, with Hawaiʻi Island (Big Island) included. You can choose to see people on your own island or across the state.
Joining is free and needs no card. Women can also try Kamaʻāina Basic free for 1 month. The trial needs a card and renews at $9.99/month unless you cancel before it ends (terms).