Beaches
Maui is home to some of the best beaches in the world, and boasts more miles of swimmable beach areas than any other Hawaiian island. With over 81 fantastic beaches on Maui, the choice of which one to spend the day at can be daunting. Our local knowledge will help you navigate to our nearby favorites and find the best beaches of Maui for you, your friends, and your family.
Kaanapali Beach
| The Whaler is located right on Kaanapali Beach, one of the best beaches in Maui. A long promenade along this beach connects all of the hotels in the Kaanapali Beach Resort. Black Rock is located at the north end and offers some of the best snorkeling to be found anywhere. |
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Kaanapali |
Airport Beach
| Airport Beach - Leaving Kaanapali Beach Resort, take Hwy 30 north to the next stop light. Turn left at Kai Ala Drive and stay right to park in the large lot. This beach has a large grassy lawn, covered picnic tables, restrooms, barbecue pits and beach showers. Walk south along this beach to access the back side of Black Rock. |
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Kaanapali |
Napili Bay
| Napili Bay - Take the Lower Road north and look for the Napili Shores condominium on the ocean side of the road. Limited parking is available in their lot or along the road. This large crescent of sand is a popular spot for families. |
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Napili |
Honolua Bay
| This area is a marine life sanctuary allowing all kinds of fish and coral communities to thrive. Its northern location can cause conditions to be unpredictable and change quickly so exercise caution. In the winter months, Honolua Bay is one of the great surf spots on the island and hosts the Billabong Pro women`s event each December. Worth the drive to see, even if you don`t put a toe in the water. |
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Kapalua |
DT Fleming Beach
| This world-class beach is much less developed and far less touristy than Kaanapali Beach, however conditions can become dangerous during high surf with strong rip currents and powerful waves common. This beach has lifeguards, bathrooms, picnic tables, BBQs, and showers. Located at Mile Marker 31.1 (Hwy 30 aka Honoapiilani Hwy) turn left off of highway. Plenty of parking at the end of the road. |
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Kapalua |
Kapalua Bay
| Kapalua Bay gained worldwide attention by being ranked America`s Best Beach, back in the 90`s. With gentle breaking waves above and vibrant marine life below, Kapalua Bay offers a sheltered sanctuary for exploring the wonders of the ocean. Kapalua Bay includes a beach activities desk offering a wide variety of watersports equipment and activities. Come see why people fall in love with Kapalua Bay. |
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Kapalua |
