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Hana
Beaches
Wainapanapa
(Black Sand) Beach |
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Inside
one of the most popular State Parks which
allows beachside camping, Wainapanapa Beach
is spectacularly scenic and dangerous if not
respected. The beach itself is a small pocket
of black sand. The ocean here is rough with
a large shorebreak and an ocean bottom that
drops off quickly to overhead depths. This
is a wonderful place to camp or rent a cabin
(although the waiting list for these can be
horrendous), but the beach itself offers only
breathtaking scenery and stark beauty. Bring
your camera, but leave your beach gear in
the car for a trip south. |
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Hana Beach |
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this spot definitely offers some of the safest
swimming on Maui’s eastside, it is also
one of the less spectacular beaches in the
Hana area. This cove is protected from the
heavy eastern surf and it offers some decent
snorkeling as long as you stay close to shore
and avoid the strong outer currents. The beach
itself is long and wide, but the hardpacked
and dark brown sand is not as inviting as
the multi- colored sands of nearby beaches.
Hana Beach is popular with residents, but
it lacks the romantic beauty associated with
and easily found throughout Hana. |
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Kaihalulu (Red Sand) Beach |
Kaihalulu
beach is definitely in contention for the
most visually stunning beach in the islands,
and therefore the world. Formed when a volcanic
cinder cone blew out its seawall, this rare
red sand beach retains the appearance of
violent creation, yet green trees amidst
the rocks attest to the passage of time.
Now, Kaihalulu is one of the most relaxing
places in Maui. The difficulties in finding
and reaching this beach keeps the population
down and allows nudity to be commonplace.
The red sand is coarse, but just fine for
laying out on a beach towel or mat. A jagged
offshore rock wall about twenty feet out
provides the cove with some protection from
the turbulent sea that surrounds the beach.
The small swimming area that is created
is perfect for casual swimming and snorkeling.
While nudity may not be your forté,
who knows, maybe the natural beauty of this
idyllic spot will inspire you to go "au
naturel" yourself.
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Hamoa Beach |
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It
would be a crime for anyone who loves the
beach to go to Hana without making a trip
to Hamoa. This beach caters to those who prize
idyllic beauty over tourist beaches with their
long stretches of populated white sand. James
Michener, the inveterate beachgoer, called
it "a beach so perfectly formed that
I wonder at its comparative obscurity."
Although still relatively "obscure",
high profile figures such as Hillary Clinton
have come to Hamoa in recent years to enjoy
this beautiful beach. Although affiliated
with the Hana Hotel, the beach and most of
its amenities are open to the public. The
beach itself is a crescent of black and gold
sand backed by a grass area, palm trees, and
cliffs. The sand continues into the crystalline
blue-green waters until overhead depths make
the offshore rocks a moot point. The surf
here is often quite high and can be perfect
for a day of riding the undulating current
but, as always, be very cautious and aware
of dangerous conditions. Surrounded by black
volcanic rock and in the midst of tropical
splendour, Hamoa is a must for visitors and
residents alike.
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Koki
Beach |
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A
large white sand beach, Koki is best to visit
in summer, as the beach can become rather
barren and exposed with dangerous rocks during
winter. There are limited amenities here,
but camping is allowed on the beach, giving
it an advantage over many of the other Maui
beaches.
From Hana, take the Hana highway south towards
Kula. Several miles past the Wananalua Church
in Hana, look for signs directing you towards
Koki Beach Park and Hamoa Beach. |
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