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AHIHI COVE |
| In search for an awesome snorkel spot on
Maui? Check out Ahihi Cove, which is teeming
with marine life. This is a protected area
within the Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve.
Here it is illegal to catch any fish, that's
probably why there are so many of them here.
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BIG BEACH (MAKENA BEACH) |
| Big Beach lives up to its name. At almost
2/3 of a mile long and more than 100 yards wide,
it is one of the most popular beaches on Maui.
On the weekends, it can get quite crowded here.
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BLACK ROCK BEACH |
| This legendary beach is named after the big
black rock, which divides Kaanapali Beach in
half. Legend has it that the spirits of warriors
left the earth here by leaping from this rock in
order to meet their ancestors.
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CHANG'S BEACH |
| Chang's Beach is popular among the locals,
who come here to bodyboard. When the surf is up,
this can be a lot of fun here. On other days,
don on your mask and snorkel and head out into
the underwater gardens. This little cove has a
fantastic offshore reef and you'll be amazed at
how many fish you'll see.
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CHARLEY YOUNG BEACH |
 Got kids? Take them to Charley Young Beach,
a great spot for the entire family. There's
plenty of room to play all kinds of beach games
in this three-acre park, which is located on
Maui's southeastern coast in the center of
Kihei.
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COVE PARK |
| This romantic cove is a beautiful spot to
just hang out, read a book and enjoy the
surroundings. If you plan to come here for
snorkeling, come early because that's when the
water is the clearest. Due to the ocean's
currents, the water also tends to be clearer in
the wintertime.
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D.T. FLEMING BEACH PARK |
| This is a popular beach park, located in
Honokahua Bay on Maui’s northwestern coast. D.T.
Fleming Beach Park offers plenty of space among
lush surroundings. Here you'll find everything
you need for a perfect day on the beach - BBQ
grills, picnic tables, showers, restrooms and
phones.
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H.A. BALDWIN BEACH PARK |
| The perfect spot for long strolls on the
beach. Take your loved one here or have a picnic
with the entire family. This picturesque
community beach park offers plenty of space for
beach games and swimming. It is one of the most
popular beach parks on the windward side of
Maui.
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HAMOA BEACH |
| Author James Michener (author of the famous
book "Hawaii" and others) called Hamoa Beach the
most beautiful in the Pacific. And for a reason.
Thirty-foot-high sea cliffs surround the
1,000-foot-long and 100-foot wide white sand
beach, and the lush vegetation of the beach
contrasts sharply with the clear, turquoise
waters of the Pacific.
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HANA BAY |
| This impressive
black sand beach was created thanks to years of
lava erosion and is now a safe and fun swimming
haven. The bay is protected by a coral reef and
harbored from the harsh swells by its circular
shape. It’s the safest swimming beach on East
Maui.
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HONOLUA BAY |
| It’s not a secret anymore that Honolua
Bay on Maui’s western coast is a premier spot
for surfing, offshore diving and snorkeling. The
snorkeling and diving are excellent and you’ll
see spectacular coral formations and a huge
number of fish. There is no sandy beach, but a
lot of rocks that you have to cross to get in
the water.
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HONOMANU BAY AND DARK SAND BEACH |
| One of the most popular things to do on Maui
is taking a drive to Hana. If you are planning
to hit the road, make sure you plan for some
extra time to stop at Honomanu Bay with its
amazing black sand beach. The bay is enveloped
by massive cliffs abundant with lush vegetation
that makes the hearts of all hobby botanists
beat faster.
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HOOKIPA BEACH PARK |
| Hookipa Beach Park is one of the beach
beaches in the world for windsurfing. Two
world-class competitions take place here each
year. At this popular cliff-lined beach, surfers
come from all corners of the earth to ride the
unique break. Spectators can watch surfers and
windsurfers from an elevated overlook point.
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KAANAPALI BEACH |
| Kaanapali Beach is one of Maui’s most
popular beaches. It is three miles long and
divided into two sections by Black Rock, where
the snorkeling conditions are terrific. Once an
ancient playground for Hawaii’s kings, this
beautiful white sand beach and the soothing surf
that accompanies it offer unparalleled views.
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KALAMA BEACH PARK |
| Kalama Beach Park does not have a large
beach, but the 36 acres have everything else to
keep the whole family active and entertained.
The huge park is often used for sporting events,
outdoor concerts, fairs and festivals. Here
you'll find basketball and tennis courts, an
inline skating rink, a skateboard park as well
as baseball fields and a nice children's
playground.
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KAMAOLE BEACH PARK |
| Kamaole Beach is divided into three
sections, Kamaole I, II and III. Kamaole I Beach
has the largest beach of the three. Kamaole II,
located a little further south, has a smaller
white sand beach while Kamaole III has a nice
big grassy area, ideal for picnics. All three
beaches offer good swimming conditions.
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KEAWAKAPU BEACH
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 Keawakapu
Beach, located near Wailea on Maui’s south
coast, is a beautiful white sand beach. Some of
the island’s most expensive homes are located on
this stretch of sand. Divers frequent this beach
for a reason that may sound strange at first.
There is an underwater junkyard consisting of
about 150 cars, forming a man-made offshore
reef.
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KOKI BEACH |
| Koki Beach, located south of Hana on Maui's
east coast, isn’t your usual beach with white
sand and calm water. Its rugged natural beauty
makes it special. One magnificent trait of it is
its red sand and rocky shoreline. Although the
beach is not good for casual swimming, Koki
encourages and challenges good surfers to test
out its waves.
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LA PEROUSE BAY
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| La Perouse Bay features several small coves
that lie between rocky points. Some of the coves
have small, white sand beaches, but most of them
have coral-rubble beaches. Bring your camera.
The stark, barren lava rocks, the bright blue
ocean, the coral beaches and the waves crashing
against the cliffs provide the perfect scenery
for some great shots.
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LITTLE BEACH |
| Little Beach is the only clothing optional
beach on Maui. It’s located right next to Big
Beach in Makena. So if you ever thought about
trying nude sunbathing, this is the place to go.
It is also known as Puu Olai Beach, named after
the lava outcropping over which you’ll have to
hike to get to the beach.
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MAKENA LANDING BEACH PARK |
| Makena Landing Beach Park is located in
Makena, a small town of which many people say it
is Maui untamed. There are some really nice
beaches in this area. The shoreline at Makena
Landing is mostly rocky with little sand. South
of the landing are two small pockets of white
sand, which are popular picnicking spots.
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MALUAKA BEACH |
| Maluaka Beach, located south of Makena on
Maui’s south coast, is a small but wide and
curved beach. It's a great place for the entire
family to spend a day doing beach activities,
such as swimming, diving and exploring the
underwater world with a mask and snorkel.
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NAPILI BAY BEACH |
| Napili Bay Beach, located on the
northwestern coast of Maui, is known for its
fine white sand. It lies between two rocky
points and is an excellent beach for swimming
and other water activities. During the winter,
the surf can be high and a shorebreak draws
bodyboarders and surfers to Napili Bay.
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NIHIKU COVE |
| Truly off the beaten path! Nihiku Cove is a
remote bay on Nahiku Road off of Hana Highway on
eastern Maui. The cove is a private and secluded
area with lots of greenery, a great place to get
away from the crowds and just enjoy a calm
moment in paradise. However, it's a rocky beach,
so swimming isn't recommended.
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PAAKO BEACH (SECRET COVE)
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| There is nothing secret about Paako Beach.
Located on Maui's southern coast, the white sand
and blue waters make this beach a popular
location for weddings. Paako Beach was named one
out of five perfect places for a Maui wedding. It is one of
the prettiest little beaches on Maui.
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POLO BEACH |
| Polo Beach is the first of five beaches that
are part of Wailea, the large resort complex
that stretches for two miles along the coast.
The sandy beach is long and wide and backed by
sand dunes. It's a good snorkeling beach,
especially in the area around the rocks.
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POOLENALENA BEACH
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| Visiting Maui and in a search for quiet
tropical paradise? Poolenalena Beach is the
place to go. Clear waters, sandy beach, lava
rocks – you will find it all here. The beach is
often deserted and perfect for swimming,
snorkeling, diving, surfing and bodysurfing.
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RED SAND BEACH (KAIHALULU BEACH) |
| Kaihalulu Beach, or better known as Red Sand
Beach, located just south of Maui’s Hana Bay,
has uniquely-colored red-black sand, a product
of the cinder cone hill that surrounds the cove.
The blue ocean, the red sand, the green trees
and the black lava sea wall make for a very
unique sight. Bring your camera!
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SLAUGHTERHOUSE BEACH (MOKULEIA BEACH)
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| The name doesn't sound charming, but don't
be scared by it. Slaughterhouse Beach got its
name from a slaughterhouse that used to be above
the cliffs, but was torn down in the mid-1960s.
This is a lovely, secluded beach featuring a
large pocket of white sand backed by sea cliffs.
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ULUA BEACH
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| Being named one of the top ten beaches in
America is a fact that says a lot and Ulua Beach
has been given that honor. It is located on the
west coast of Maui in Wailea and within walking
distance of the famous Renaissance Wailea Beach
Resort.
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WAIANAPANAPA BLACK SAND BEACH |
| Waianapanapa State Park lives up to its
Hawaiian name meaning “glistening water.” Right
off Hana Highway, Waianapanapa is situated in
the midst of the vast and beautiful 120-acre Waianapanapa State Park. This beautiful black
sand beach is a Maui must-see and the perfect
spot for an unparalleled photo opportunity.
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WAILEA BEACH |
 Wailea
Beach on Maui’s west coast is long and has
golden sand. It’s one of five beaches that are
part of the Wailea resort complex, so it's often
times crowded. There are blue lounge chairs all
over the beach and if you're into playing ball
games, check out the volleyball court.
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WAIPUILANI PARK
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| Waipuilani Park is a nice, large beachfront
park with lawns and shady areas, ideal for a
picnic. The swimming conditions are only fair on
this beach because it has some rocks. But it’s a
good area to windsurf. Often times local
community activities take place at Waipuilani
Park, such as the Croquet Club.
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