Kahana Beach Photos
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Kahana Beach, Maui
Protected by an offshore reef, Kahana is a small beach popular with sunbathers working on a golden tan. The bay is fronted by the Kahana Beach Resort. The swimming and snorkeling conditions are good, but watch out for some small rocks in the shorebreak.
Never crowded, whales and sea turtles can occasionally be spotted offshore, and for amateur ornithologists, the beach is also a release site for native seabirds that have become grounded on the island.
Kahana Beach is regarded as one of the best beaches in the world for windsurfing, and it is also popular with surfers when the swell is high enough. The bay at Kahana is a perfect place for those who want to learn to sail, and when the weather permits, Kahana’s offshore breezes are great for kitesurfers as well.
Inland is Kahana Beach Park, with a wildlife sanctuary, an extensive trail system and seasonal hunting opportunities.
Kahana Beach Overview
- A great beach for windsurfing, sailing and kitesurfing
- Usually uncrowded
- Walking trails behind the beach in Kahana Beach Park
- Local wildlife include native birds, whales and turtles
Location: Driving on Lower Honoapiilani Highway in Lahaina, go north of Pohaku Park and turn left at Hoohui Road. Look for the Kahana Beach Resort, where you can find parking.
