Hamoa Beach at a Glance
Hamoa Beach, located south of the quaint little town of
Hana, has already made an impression on popular author James
Michener (who wrote the book “Hawaii”). Michener called
Hamoa Beach the most beautiful in the Pacific. And quite
true. Hamoa Beach is gorgeous and a photographer’s dream.
Thirty-foot-high sea cliffs surround the 1,000-foot-long
(305 m) and 100-foot (30 m) wide white sand beach, and the
lush vegetation of the beach contrasts sharply with the
clear, turquoise waters of the Pacific. Offshore is the
little island of Alau.
Hamoa Beach is one of several pocket beaches in this area.
It offers excellent swimming, bodysurfing and snorkeling
conditions. Because it is not protected by any outer reef,
the surf can get pretty high and currents can be strong.
The water is at its calmest during the summer and early
fall. This is when swimming and snorkeling are excellent
here. In the winter months (November to March), the conditions
for bodyboarding and surfing can’t be beaten here.
No lifeguards are stationed here, but you’ll find restrooms
and picnic facilities. The Hotel Hana Maui is located nearby
and mainly guests of this hotel frequent this beach. There
are restrooms and picnic facilities, but no lifeguards.
Hamoa Beach in Bullet Points
- One of the prettiest beaches in Hawaii
- Surrounded by high sea cliffs and lush vegetation
- Near the quaint village of
Hana
- Excellent swimming and snorkeling conditions in
the summer
- Great bodyboarding and surfing in the winter
Hamoa Beach Facilities (top)
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- No parking at the beach (park on the road and walk
the stairs down to the beach)
Hamoa Beach Water Activities
- Swimming
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Bodyboarding
- Surfing
Hamoa Beach Location
Address: S. Hana Hwy, Maui, HI 96713
Hamoa Beach Map (top)
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Hamoa Beach Weather (top)
Now
74°F
Windchill:
74°F
Fair
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Location: Hana, HI, US
Wind: 16 mph NE
Humidity: 71%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.06 in rising
Sunrise: 6:39 am
Sunset: 5:43 pm
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Fri
Hi: 82°F
Low: 69°F
Showers
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Sat
Hi: 83°F
Low: 69°F
Showers
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Hamoa Beach Photos (click to enlarge)
(top)
Hamoa Beach Reviews and Comments
(top)
Safety Tip
Whatever beach in Hawaii you visit, please have in mind that the ocean can
be very dangerous. Never turn your back against the waves and watch out for underwater
currents and always check the surf conditions. Pay attention to signs posted on
the beach. If you are not sure about the conditions, ask the lifeguards (if any
on the beach). Please
click here to
read more about ocean safety in Hawaii.
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