One of the most memorable and highlighted spots I discovered on my trip to Maui. This is most…read moredefinitely a MUST VISIT beach. This beach is very mobility friendly, all the way from the parking lot to the ocean! Parking is plenty, free, and very close. If you can see a cemetery from the parking lot, have no fear, you're in the right place. I love this beach so much because you can go so far into the ocean and the water will still be at a shallow waist level. You have to go pretty far out to get to a point where you can't stand. The waves also break far out, so ripples at shore are super soft. It is very easy to get in and out of. It's the absolute perfect beach for babies, seniors and everyone in between that likes a very leisurely swim. I couldn't get enough of being in the crystal clear water. The water was cool to touch but on the surface where the sun hit, it was warm, almost like bath water! I miss this feeling so much. There's also lots of room, it was not too busy nor flooded with people. There are both sunny and tree shaded areas. We came here at least a handful of times during my short time in Maui. I highly encourage and recommend time to be spent here. I am absolutely dreaming about my return to this beach!

The good: This one's for the parents who want to experience…read morethe beach without fear of a wave swooping in and engulfing your child! The beach did indeed have tons of kids. I also took my baby here. The water was shallow and without waves so it was easy for kids to play. The bad: This wasn't the cleanest beach. The sand has a dirty appearance that is kind of mud-like. The fence area is a bit run down and there was debris/trash around. The water looked murky during the time I went. It was quite crowded when I came. Parking can be difficult. The interesting: The beach/sand area is pretty short so it makes it easy for you to walk in, settle down and get to the water without having to carry tons of heavy beach gear far.

One of the highlights of my trip to Maui was coming to Black Rock Beach in Lahaina. Originally we…read morewere supposed to stay in Lahaina, but because of the rebuilding of the area, we stayed a little further south. I wish I did stay in the area because the whole area is a vibe. It's a little more touristy with resorts and shopping areas, but once you get on the beach you forget all that. Some of our group was already here and gave us specific instructions on where to park. We parked in a paid parking garage and had to walk between hotels to find the entrance to the beach. This particular stretch is in front of the Sheraton Maui Resort. This beach was awesome! Don't get confused like I did and think this was a black sand beach. Black Rock refers to the giant black lava rock going from the beach into the ocean. It's a very popular cliff diving area. In my opinion, you got to have some athletic ability to do the cliff diving. There's two ways to get to the peak of the rock to jump. There's a path from the shore, but you have to do a little climbing with a very sketch path to the top. The other option is to swim in the ocean towards the end of the rock where you have a little ladder to get you up, but you still have to get to the top of the rock. My friends and I decided to do the swim out which in itself was a challenge. One I got close, I decided to be the photographer in the water for when my friends jumped. We hung out in the water for awhile before swimming back to shore. The beach is perfect for lounging around, with soft white sand and crystal clear water. I brought my snorkel and goggles to really appreciate what's under the sea. We stayed out here way longer than we planned because time flies when you are having fun. On my next trip to Maui, I would totally consider staying right on this beach. I will most definitely be back!

Favorite beach in Maui. You can guarantee you will see 3+ turtles by the rocks on the right side…read moreevery time. And occasionally, a Hawaiian monk seal that comes up to bask in the sun during the day. Tourists here are the worst though! I have seen them crowding the turtles (10 ft distance is the law), standing on the swimming turtles to treat them like surf boards, and even approaching the monk seals or blocking their path back to the water (50+ ft is the law). Enjoy this beach responsibly and respect the beautiful wild life that frequent this beach.

I like this beach! Its quiet, has spectacular west maui views, has abundant shade, and a close in…read moreto shore reef that breaks the waves off shore. It is a perfect beach for beginner snorkelers. It is also perfect for families with small kiddos looking for a placid "no waves" beach. No bathrooms, park on the road, walk onto the beach. Keep your water shoes on, beware of thorns in the sand from the trees. There are no nearby stores so bring your refreshments. (And take your trash with you off the beach.) This is an uncrowded beach where you can relax under the trees, swim and take in those breathtaking Maui views. In the rainy season water can be cloudy from runoff. Summer is best for water clarity and snorkeling. Highly recommend.

I've passed by this beach constantly all my life, but don't actually remember ever stepping foot or…read moreswimming here. All that changed when we stopped by last week on Mother's Day on our way home from Lahaina. We enjoyed it so much that we decided to go again this weekend. Beach twice in a span of a week? Who am I? Haha. Quarantine got us doing all kinds of weird things. Anyway, beaches officially opened back up again on May 16th for activities other than exercising and it seemed like everybody and their mama was out getting their vitamin sea! Despite all the action, we managed to find the perfect spot to settle into. We stayed way more than 6 feet away from others, but still close enough to enjoy the uncle next to us jamming them good Hawaiian songs. Felt like we were on vacation! Lol. It's not your typical bright, white sand beach. The sand is darker, but it's beautiful nonetheless. There's just something about the waves gently meeting the embrace of the trees. Very relaxing. What drew us here was the shallow, calm waters, and the shade provided by the trees. It's perfect for the little ones to swim and also play. Do note though that the beach is lined with Keawe trees. Their branches have very sharp spines and can puncture feet and even tires. Some of the branches are low hanging and can hurt you if you're not paying attention. All in all though it's a great beach! It's popular for snorkeling and during low tide, the reef is easily clearly visible from shore. I guess I just never bothered to stop by because it was always packed with tourists. With quarantine and "safer at home" orders in place, it was amazing with less cars and less people. We'll enjoy the calm it while it lasts!

A beautiful no resort-y style beach. FYI: No lifeguards. We witnessed a medical emergency and no…read morelifeguard was hard. Limited parking - but it's still busy as there are a ton of condo's/motels on the beach. There are a few restaurants overlooking it, so easy to escape for a meal or a drink. When we were there for spring break, we were coming off a storm and it was quite rough. Some surfers catching some great barrels which was fun to watch. Other days it was calmer. A ton of snorkelers - I guess there is a few reefs full of fish. It's also adjacent to a sea turtle cove, so you can catch some sea turtles on their way. Overall, a great beach. I'd come again to the area.

Napili Bay a relaxing beach in Maui. The water is usually calm and crystal clear, making it perfect…read morefor families and kids to swim and snorkel safely. We saw plenty of fish close to shore, and if you go early in the morning, there's a good chance you'll spot sea turtles cruising through the bay. The beach itself is clean with soft sand, and the cove shape keeps things feeling peaceful compared to some of the busier spots on the island. It's the kind of place where you can easily spend the entire day just unwinding. Parking can be a little tricky, so getting there early is worth it. A great tip is to pair your visit with breakfast or brunch at The Gazebo Restaurant right next door. It's super convenient and makes your morning really efficient--grab a meal, then walk straight onto the beach and enjoy the rest of your day. Whether you're swimming, snorkeling, or just laying out and taking in the view, Napili Bay has that classic Maui magic.

One of my favorite beaches in the whole wide world ! Always love coming here because it's so…read morepeaceful and feels less touristy !! Highly recommend!!

OMG! The sand was so soft and smooth that I was surprised when my feet touched the sand. Totally…read moreloved this beach and went back to this beach for 3 days! Hungry? There are various food options nearby for dine in or take outs. Thirsty? Same, various places to get drinks but any alcohol ordered in restaurants CANNOT be brought off premises to enjoy. Shopping? Lots of options if someone doesn't want to go to the beach and wanted to shop instead. Most stores do validation for parking but it's only for two hours. You could trouble yourself to move your car in and out every two hours, pay for the additional few hours after the two hours, or if you have insider scoop, you can find some secret parking (sorry my lips or closed on this).

Wailea beach is a beautiful beach and they have a nice walking path along the shoreline. If you are…read morelucky enough to find parking it is a nice beach stop. There are some high end hotels along the beach path so if you get hungry there are nice places to grab a bite. There is also a beach shack where you can grab a quick bite and enjoy it on the beach.

Wailea Beach is a public beach offering views of the ocean and has activities like sunbathing,…read moreswimming, snorkeling, and paddleboarding. It's located within walking distance from luxury resorts like the Four Seasons and Grand Wailea. It's also minutes away from The Shops at Wailea shopping mall. It's a popular spot in a busy area so there are lots of people but the water is very blue. They have complimentary parking in the lot nearby and also have public restrooms. If you're lucky you might be able to spot sea turtles in the water.

Love everything about this spot! Whether I'm packing up for a full beach day, hanging out while…read morefishing, or scouting locations for a photo shoot, Kanaha always delivers. It has the perfect mix of park space, shade, and open coast. 10/10 recommend spending an afternoon here. Until next time, XOXO, ChelsieFletcher

Free park with a small parking lot. Just 5 minutes from the…read moreairport. We didnt walk the whole beach, just looked for a place to eat our lunch and came across the perfect picnic table in the shade with view of the ocean. Lots of flies so be aware. We saw some lifeguards on duty. Overall a calm park.

Bring bug spray! The trail is nicely shaded with lush green tree, ground coverage, and softened…read moredirt path. Although, that meant lots of mosquitos for the 5 min walk from the trail head to the stream. The stream during this season is dry and zero water. There were plenty of chicken and roosters running around. The sunlight peaking through the trees and branches created nice backdrop for pictures. Definitely would explore more if we ever come back.

The best place to snorkel at…read more There were so many fishes and different kinds also! It was my first official time snorkeling so it was a little spooky but man oh man, I had a blast. Didn't see ant sea turtles but did see a variety of fishes.

Molokai is, handily, the most underrated of the Hawaiian islands. It's insane that more people do…read morenot visit here. This beach is quiet and secluded. You are likely to be some of the only people here. The sand is incredible. It has layers of deep orange tint to it. It's hot against your skin. It's almost like a middle eastern dessert intersecting with the sea. It can definitely be windy, but as someone that grew up in a place where we literally count the breezes (FL), I don't consider that a negative!

Beautiful beach for walking and sunning. I would not want to…read moredo any swimming as the waves and rip are pretty strong.