This beach was the most gorgeous one we went to in our time in Maui. You walk over a small rock…read morestructure to get to it - but don't get too worried - it's totally doable in flip flops carrying a beach chair. Once you get there, lots of undeveloped quiet beach area to choose from. The water itself is totally lovely - sandy bottom and lots of room to stand and enjoy being in the water - when we were there it was windy but I wouldn't even say the waves were big enough to reliably body surf in. People there said waves did get bigger. We went thinking it was the gay beach - it was definitely more of the nude old hippie beach. It was relatively wholesome, though - and a plus for me was that at least when we there there were no little kids or families around.

Beautiful beach and in my opinion the best one. No clothes is awesome though it's up to you.read more

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.

The most picturesque beach we went to in Maui. Soft yellow sand, ultra clear blue water, swaying…read morepalm trees, and black lava rocks with tidepools. You won't be the only one here but it's much less crowded than Makena Beach to the North. We went during "peak" time in late afternoon and at 9 am and both times there were other people there. It's very easy to find, google maps will lead to it accurately. You'll be in a residential neighborhood trying to find a break in the black stone wall but most likely you won't be able to spot it because cars will be around the entrance. The cove you walk into is part of the secret, you can go exploring north and south to find more though the only entrance we could find was through the black stone wall.

This is a great hidden treasure in Maui. Look for the walkway between the rock fences. The beach is…read moresmall but beautiful, and there is a little area that you can wade out into. Walking onto the beach can be a challenge for anyone who isn't too mobile. There are only a few parking places, so you sometimes need to get creative.

We stopped at Hookipa Beach Park, also fondly known as "Turtle Beach"…read more Parking is ample up above and at the beach itself, but it does get crowded, We arrived on a really nice sunny day. There were a bunch of sea turtles sunning themselves on the sand. There were also quite a few swimming in the shallow water much to the delight of some snorkelers. A number of surfers were enjoying the waves. It was a high surf so they were really putting on a great show. We loved this little pit-stop on the way to Twin Falls Trail. A must see if you love sea turtles.

The turtles are well protected from people, which I loved! Easy to see them via a lookout above. It…read morewas amazing watching them come in and go out to sea! In addition to the turtles, there are surfers, a beautiful sandy beach and lots of picnic tables, covered seating.

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.

Love Poolenalena Beach. Generally calm. If you keep to the right you will get to Secret Beach, a…read moretruly beautiful beach (The end is regarded as the nude part).

The perfect beach for a peaceful late-morning swim. It's clean, calm, and never feels too crowded…read moreeven when plenty of people are around. There are a few benches, but they're set back from the water, so definitely bring a chair if you'd rather not sit in the sand. Lots of nice shaded spots earlier in the day, which makes it an easy place to spend a few hours without baking in the sun.

update 2026 We came back to enjoy a afternoon shade day…read more Brought the books. The park is still free of homeless , many families here today The cove might be good to snorkel in the morning. Very clear water from the bluff view.

Tried looking from the parking Lot as I am disabled only to…read morebe told to pay. I'm finding out just how hostile Maui is to visitors! Not a fan and looking forward to vacationing elsewhere in the future.

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.

Visited alone and explored the area, did not feel comfortable going into the pools as I was the…read moreonly one there. Went back the next day with niece and boyfriend. The steep hike seemed easier but longer and steeper. The pools were teeming with fish and crabs, high tide was about and hour off. Looked around and dove into the deeper of the pools, the water was cool and the salt seemed filtered away. We hung out until the waves started cresting the outer walls. Very beautiful, please be respectful if you go; leave it a better, cleaner place than when you arrived.

We came here to potentially get in the pools, but after reading some of the warnings online and…read moreseeing the pools, which were magnificent, we opted out. We also had our kids with us so that was a game changer. Parking was easy at the trailhead and there weren't a lot of people here. There is a sign at the beginning honoring a man who died here and asking people not to go in the pools. It is about a 5 minute walk to the cliff where you can first see the pools. If you choose to walk down, it is probably another 10 minutes and the terrain isn't too terrible. The pools are indeed right on the ocean, with water from the ocean splashing into them and then pulling back out. It did not too violent when we were there and there were about 10 people swimming and diving into them, so they must be pretty deep. We stood and watched and took in the view for about 15 minutes and then went on our way.

I can't believe I haven't filled out a review for Sugar Beach!…read more This is a hidden gem. Though it's located in a main thoroughfare, not many people stop by here. We've gone to Maui at least a dozen times, and this place is always a go-to for us. There are never many people, and the wake is family-friendly. I would recommend bringing an umbrella because there's not much shade, and it can get pretty hot. There's some parking, but it is probably limited to 20-25 cars (some disabled parking available). Please keep in mind that there are no restrooms. If you're looking for a place to hang out that is not busy, this will most likely be a good experience for you.

We went to this beach on our first day in Maui. It was a very calm and quiet beach however a little…read morewindy. When looking for a location, you can search Sugar Beach events center or 12 South Kihei Rd. The parking lot is limited, you take the sidewalk to the beach access on the left. We chose the location directly behind the Sugar Beach events center in between Palm trees for the best shade. The sand was so soft. It was great to walk along the beach and very minimal people in the water. Our family loved it here that first day!