Hale o Lono Beach at a Glance
The Hale o Lono, or "House of Lono," is a long and narrow
white-sand beach on Molokai's south shore. It was once a heiau, or
a place of worship, for Lono, who is the god of agriculture
and fertility. Food and gifts were offered to Lono, as the
people prayed that Lono will grant them abundant crop growth
as well as prosperity both on land and sea.
Although the land near the beach is owned by Molokai Ranch
(they stopped operating, but still own the land nearby),
Hale o Lono Beach is still open to the public. It is situated
near the Hale o Lono Harbor, where the annual Molokai to
Oahu Outrigger Competition (a canoe race) starts.
Due to the rocks and stones on the ocean bottom, swimming
and snorkeling are less popular activities on the beach.
Fishing is good though. Also, the beach is a prime spot
for whale watching during the months of December until April,
the migration season of the Pacific humpback whales.
There are no lifeguards and restroom facilities at Hale
o Lono Beach. To get to the beach, take Highway 460 towards
Maunaloa.
Once you reach the sharp curve at the pineapple exhibit,
turn right towards the dirt road a little past Mokio Street.
Go all the way down south until you come to a branched road.
Take the left and there you'll find the beach park.
Hale o Lono Beach in Bullet Points
- Long and narrow sandy beach on Molokai's south coast
- Rocky ocean bottom
- Good beach for fishing, fair swimming and snorkeling
Hale o Lono Beach Facilities (top)
- No facilities
- No lifeguards
Hale o Lono Beach Water Activities
Hale o Lono Beach Location
Address: Lee Shore Rd., Maunaloa, Hawaii 96770
Hale o Lono Beach Map (top)
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Hale o Lono Beach Weather (top)
Now
67°F
Windchill:
67°F
Partly Cloudy
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Location: Maunaloa, HI, US
Wind: 14 mph NE
Humidity: 70%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.11 in rising
Sunrise: 6:34 am
Sunset: 6:38 pm
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Thu
Hi: 71°F
Low: 62°F
Partly Cloudy
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Fri
Hi: 70°F
Low: 63°F
Partly Cloudy
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Hale o Lono Beach Photos (click to enlarge)
(top)
Hale o Lono 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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