This beach is great for swimming; the waves weren't harsh and weren't cold either. The sand was…read morevery fine and soft both on the beach and in the water. It wasn't windy even in the evening. Sunsets are beautiful here, as they are on most beaches. The only downside is that the beach is connected to Days Inn, so there's not much privacy for either public beach goers or local residents. However, I'd recommend Keawakapu beach for large families, dog owners, or even lovers, since this huge beach is perfect for long, romantic walks. You could even sit at the grassy area if you loves the beach but don't want sand up your butt.

Come here mid December. Good for swimming with the waves and body surfing for kids/beginners. You…read morewon't be able to do much snorkeling here during this time, the beach waves are too strong. We enter through the Days-inn area. There was shared public parking with the Days-inn hotel parking lot. Overall your typical soft sand beach in Maui.

Beautiful of course it's hawaii lol but I love the snorkeling there you come early enough you'll…read moresee turtles

If you're looking for sea turtles, this beach seems to always have a few turtles any day. It's not…read morea popular beach, but always proves to be plentiful with turtles early in the morning. Remember to stay at least ten feet away to not harass the sea life!

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.

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.

5/10/26 We were here for a Mother's Day family BBQ. First time at this beach in all the years…read moreI've visited Maui. Never knew it was here and it is indeed a hidden gem. It's located at the end of Hauoli Street at Maalaea Bay and not in Wailuku so if you're GPS is sending you to Wailuku, turn around and head in the other direction. Fortunately, my family knew where the beach was. It's small but cozy beach but you can walk along the sandy coastline all the way down to the boats & ocean center at Maalaea Bay or in the other direction toward Kihei. I read that it is a 3-mile stretch. The beach is pretty sandy and it was very windy the day we went and the waves were decent sized. Several kids were in the water. There is a rock ledge a little bit out so just need to be careful of that. This park has a few picnic tables, outside shower, and a small parking lot for about 10 cars, one of them for ADA access. Come early because the lot fills quickly. We didn't get there until almost 10 but we had the one last spot. Street parking is available. No bathroom facilities but there are 2 porta potties at the entrance to the parking lot. They really weren't bad if you have to go. Toilet paper did not run out (and we were there all day), and it didn't reek like porta pottys normally do. Be sure to bring your hand sanitizer. The beach has no lifeguard on duty. It's also not a very crowded beach. There is a rock ledge to the left of the beach that goes out a bit where people go fishing and there were some that were just shoreline fishing. There are several trees that you can pitch your tent and set up chairs. Once you get set up, you'll enjoy the spectacular view of Haleakala, the south end of Maui where Wailea and Makena beach are, Molokini, Kahoolawe, and boats coming in and out of the bay. A beach where you can totally chill and unwind.

Five miles of lovely beach starts here. No crowds and great for walks mornings or evenings.read more

Found a black sand beach without needing reservations and driving 2 hours away from Grand Wailea…read more Few people around, fantastic snorkeling spot with fish everywhere (saw 2 snorkel boats nearby), tide pools and spotted a turtle close to shore. We even got to swim with the turtle up close for a bit, of course no touching. The shore is very rocky, so be sure to wear water shoes. While the sand is quite soft, we had a nicer time bringing chairs with us. Don't bother bringing a body board as it was way too rocky for that. For snorkelers, I recommend the south end of the beach by the rock wall. As soon as we got in, we saw fish everywhere to the left. If you go around the rock formations, that's where the tour boats took us last time we snorkeled with Redline Rafting, and we actually spotted them there again. So it's a great spot for snorkeling, although a bit more challenging with a rocky shore entry but just be careful, go slow and should be fine. I did it with my 9 year old and we had a great time. Definitely watch where you step because there are sea urchins the further out you go. It's quite a remote spot with no bathrooms or showers. Be sure to use the bathroom before you go, or the ocean is your bathroom as they say. The turnoff is a dirt road, a bit bumpy, but if you go slow you'll be fine. Although the lot is small, we found parking easily at 9:30am. We're happy we found this hidden gem away from the crowds, saw black sand, saw lots of fish and got to swim with a turtle!

Beautiful beach in Makenna. I love that i'm able to enjoy a black sand beach without driving 2hrs…read moreto Hana. Its never packed which is great for an uninterrupted view and the water isn't too deep so its great for people that are uncomfortable swimming in open water. I do recommend water shoes since there are rocks in the water.

Stopped by one morning for snorkeling. Great little beach. It was pretty cal. The sand was soft. A…read morelot of fishes and sea life to see. Parking was easy and a short walk away. Would go back.

Gorgeous cove with soft cinnamon sugar sand and trees / bushes for shade. It is also less crowded…read morethan some other beaches adding an element of peace and tranquility sometimes lacking.

This location is not quite right . Chang's beach is different place nearby turtle town and the five…read moregraves. At any rate changs beach is a fantastic spot for summer sunsets and photos . Super cool lava rock but plently of sand too. In June the sunset in the vista between Maui and the adjacent island so we could see it go all the way to the water . Still upscale part of the island but felt far less touristy than nearby beaches . One of my favorite spots in Maui

Great hidden beach with a tiny tiny parking lot of only 5 spots. You have to go early to snag a…read morespot, but it is great if you do. Very little crowd here. Very little shade as well. But great spot for tranquility and peace.

The Road to Hana led us to this gateway beach park. It is a great stop to appreciate the view,…read morestretch, use the restroom, and catch a great meal from the food truck court located around the corner. It's a drive. The journey and the destination are memorable. Please come and create your own adventure.

Hana Beach Park, brada... if you wen' survive that Road to Hana, you already one warrior of the…read moresea. That ride get more turns than one old salty captain's yarn, whipping you left, right, and all ova like the island itself testing if you worthy. By the time you roll in, sistah, you feel like the road gave you one good ol' deck-shaking from bow to stern. Trees crowd the cliffs, waterfalls burst outta nowhere, and every bend look like another chance for the ocean to snatch you clean off the rail. But when you finally reach that sand... ho, you feel the island breathe on you. And the place? No expect one big town, cafeteria, or even gas for your battered chariot. Nah, brada Hana keeps 'em old-school, straight 1980s local style, untouched and proud. All you get is that wide, golden beach, the quiet breeze, and the statue of the Queen watching ova her people like one steadfast guardian. You stand there, toes in the sand, and you feel the mana, like stories of the ancestors drifting across the bay, whispering through the ironwoods, blending with the roar of the surf. It's simple, almost stubbornly so but that simplicity stay royal. As you look out at the ocean, you feel like you earned something sailors only talk about aftah surviving one long voyage arrival. Not just reaching Hana, but proving to yourself you could weather the road, the curves, the madness, and still come out grinning. That beach park becomes your harbor, your anchor point, where the world slows down and reminds you why we call this land home. Hana Beach Park, sistah, ain't just a stop it's the finish line for the brave and the beginning for the lucky.