Ala Moana Beach Park
Ala Moana Beach Park is a spacious oceanfront park in Honolulu with calm reef-protected water, a wide sandy beach, Magic Island views and easy access from Waikiki and downtown Honolulu.
Hawaii Beach Guide
Hawaii Beaches
Browse Hawaii beaches by island, including famous surf breaks, snorkeling coves, family-friendly beach parks, scenic shorelines and quieter local spots.
Beach directory
This Hawaii beaches guide helps visitors browse famous surf breaks, wide golden-sand shores, quiet coves, snorkeling spots and family-friendly beach parks across the Islands. Use it to compare scenic coastlines, swimming areas, sunset spots and beaches that match your travel plans.
Hawaii Beaches by Island
Each island has its own beach style. Oahu beaches include Waikiki, North Shore surf breaks, calm lagoons and busy beach parks. Maui beaches offer resort beaches, snorkeling coves, long sandy shores and scenic coastal parks.
Kauai beaches are known for lush scenery, dramatic coastlines and quiet coves, while Big Island beaches include white sand, black sand, rocky shorelines and unique volcanic coastlines. Visitors can also browse Molokai beaches and Lanai beaches for quieter, less-crowded beach experiences.
Plan Your Hawaii Beach Day
Before heading out, check ocean conditions, parking, lifeguard availability and seasonal surf. Some beaches work best for swimming, while others are better for surfing, snorkeling, walking, photography or sunset viewing. For safer planning, review Hawaii beach safety tips before entering the water.
Oahu
Oahu Beaches
Army Beach
Army Beach is a remote northwestern Oahu beach near Dillingham Airfield, known for rugged scenery, winter surf, mountain views and access toward Kaena Point.
Banzai Pipeline
Banzai Pipeline is a legendary North Shore surf break at Ehukai Beach, known for powerful winter waves, expert surfers, surf contests and dramatic ocean scenery.
Barber's Point Beach Park
Barber's Point Beach Park in Kalaeloa is a rugged leeward Oahu beach known for its historic lighthouse, fishing, picnic areas and strong currents.
Bellows Beach
Bellows Beach Park in Waimanalo is a scenic windward Oahu beach known for white sand, turquoise water, ironwood shade, bodyboarding and weekend public access.
Camp Erdman Beach
Camp Erdman Beach is a remote white-sand beach on Oahu's northwestern shore, known for solitude, rugged scenery, fishing, surfing and views near Kaena Point.
Chun's Reef
Chun's Reef is a laid-back North Shore beach and surf break known for white sand, roadside access, intermediate waves and seasonal ocean conditions.
Diamond Head Beach Park
Diamond Head Beach Park is a narrow south shore beach below Diamond Head Crater, known for surfing, rocky reef, tidepools and scenic coastal views near Waikiki.
Ehukai Beach Park
Ehukai Beach Park on Oahu's North Shore is home to the Banzai Pipeline, with massive winter surf, summer calm, shaded picnic areas and classic North Shore scenery.
Ewa Beach Park
Ewa Beach Park is a local southwest Oahu beach with a narrow sandy shoreline, picnic areas, fishing, swimming, ocean views and basic facilities.
Hale'iwa Ali'i Beach Park
Hale'iwa Ali'i Beach Park is a spacious North Shore beach park near Hale'iwa Harbor, known for surfing, picnics, diving, kayaking, fishing and local beach gatherings.
Hale'iwa Beach Park
Hale'iwa Beach Park is a local North Shore beach park in historic Hale'iwa, known for canoe paddling, kayaking, picnics, surf access and shaded park space.
Halona Beach Cove
Halona Beach Cove, also known as Eternity Beach, is a small southeastern Oahu cove below Halona Blowhole, known for lava cliffs, movie history and calm-water swimming only when conditions allow.
Hanauma Bay Beach Park
Hanauma Bay Beach Park is a protected marine life preserve near Hawaii Kai, known for snorkeling, coral reefs, tropical fish, reservations and reef-safety rules.
Hau'ula Beach Park
Hau'ula Beach Park is a quiet windward Oahu beach park known for camping, fishing, picnic areas, shallow reef, calm-day snorkeling and views of the Koolau Mountains.
Hukilau Beach
Hukilau Beach Park in Laie is a wide sandy northeastern Oahu beach known for cultural history, calm-season swimming, bodyboarding, fishing and local beach scenery.
Ka'a'awa Beach Park
Ka'a'awa Beach Park is a small windward Oahu shoreline park known for fishing, picnics, shallow reef, mountain views and calm-day snorkeling.
Ka'alawai Beach
Ka'alawai Beach is a narrow south shore beach below Diamond Head, known for shallow reef, quiet scenery, surf access and nearby landmarks like Shangri La and Black Point.
Ka'ena Point State Park
Ka'ena Point State Park is a remote northwest Oahu coastal park known for hiking, seabird habitat, Hawaiian cultural stories, rugged scenery and no-swim shoreline conditions.
Kahana Bay Beach Park
Kahana Bay Beach Park is a peaceful windward Oahu bay known for Koolau Mountain views, ironwood shade, Huilua Fishpond, fishing, picnics and camping with a permit.
Kahanamoku Beach
Kahanamoku Beach is a wide, family-friendly Waikiki beach beside Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon and Hilton Hawaiian Village.
Kahuku Beach
Kahuku Beach is a quiet, scenic Oahu shoreline near Kahuku Golf Course, best for fishing, walks and experienced surf watching.
Kaiaka Bay Beach Park
Kaiaka Bay Beach Park is a spacious Haleiwa oceanfront park with picnic areas, camping, mountain views and limited swimming.
Kaihalulu Beach
Kaihalulu Beach is a quiet North Shore shoreline near Turtle Bay, known for limestone shelves, Keiki Pool and coastal walks.
Kailua Beach Park
Kailua Beach Park is a beautiful windward Oahu beach with white sand, lifeguards, kayaking, swimming and picnic areas.
Kaimana Beach
Kaimana Beach is a family-friendly Waikiki beach with calm reef-protected water, Gold Coast views and historic Kapua Channel.
Kaiona Beach Park
Kaiona Beach Park is a calm Waimanalo beach with turquoise water, Pahonu Pond, picnic areas and windward mountain views.
Kaka'ako Waterfront Park
Kaka'ako Waterfront Park is a scenic Honolulu oceanfront park with grassy hills, Point Panic access, memorials and harbor views.
Kalae'o'io Beach Park
Kalae'o'io Beach Park is a small Ka'a'awa beach park with picnic tables, shade trees, reef views and a quiet windward setting.
Kalama Beach Park
Kalama Beach Park is a quieter Kailua Bay beach with white sand, turquoise water, wind sports, parking and local charm.
Kaloko Beach
Kaloko Beach is a rugged southeast Oahu shoreline near Sandy Beach and Ka Iwi, best for views, photos and wave watching.
Kaluanui Beach
Kaluanui Beach is a quiet windward Oahu roadside beach with reef-lined shoreline, a sandy channel and peaceful coastal views.
Kane'ohe Bay
Kane'ohe Bay is a scenic windward Oahu bay known for reef-protected waters, the Kane'ohe Sandbar, boating and Koolau views.
Kaupo Beach Park
Kaupo Beach Park is a scenic southeast Oahu beach near Sea Life Park, known for tidepools, pier views and Rabbit Island scenery.
Kawaiku'i Beach Park
Kawaiku'i Beach Park is a shaded east Honolulu beach park with picnic lawns, ocean access, shallow water and local views.
Kawailoa Beach
Kawailoa Beach is a wide North Shore beach near Chun's Reef, known for surf views, open sand and a natural local shoreline.
Kawela Bay
Kawela Bay is a secluded North Shore beach near Turtle Bay, known for calm reef-protected water, trails and quiet scenery.
Ke'ehi Lagoon Beach Park
Ke'ehi Lagoon Beach Park is a spacious Honolulu lagoon park near the airport, known for paddling, boating, sports fields and picnic areas.
Ko Olina Lagoons
Ko Olina Lagoons are four calm leeward Oahu beach coves with protected swimming, resort paths, family-friendly sand and sunset views.
Kokololio Beach Park
Kokololio Beach Park is a scenic northeastern Oahu beach with camping, seasonal swimming, fishing history and windward shoreline views.
Kualoa Regional Park
Kualoa Regional Park is a scenic windward Oahu park with Mokoli'i Island views, picnic lawns, camping, fishponds and cultural history.
Kuhio Beach Park
Kuhio Beach Park is a central Waikiki beach with protected swimming areas, bodyboarding, surf culture and major Hawaiian landmarks.
Kuilei Cliffs Beach Park
Kuilei Cliffs Beach Park is a rugged Diamond Head shoreline with scenic lookouts, reef surf, cliff views and historic south shore scenery.
Kuilima Cove
Kuilima Cove is a small protected North Shore beach near Turtle Bay, known for calm water, sandy entry and beginner snorkeling.
Kuliouou Beach Park
Kuliouou Beach Park is a quiet east Honolulu shoreline park with picnic lawns, basketball, fishing and views toward Paiko Lagoon.
La'ie Beach Park (Pounders Beach)
La'ie Beach Park, also known as Pounders Beach, is a scenic northeastern Oahu beach known for white sand, shorebreak, fishing and picnic shade.
La'ie Point Wayside Park
La'ie Point Wayside Park is a dramatic northeastern Oahu lookout with rugged cliffs, offshore islets, sea-arch views and fishing access.
Laniakea Beach
Laniakea Beach is a famous North Shore turtle-viewing beach near Haleiwa, known for honu, rocky shoreline, surf access and coastal scenery.
Lanikai Beach
Lanikai Beach is a scenic windward Oahu beach known for soft white sand, turquoise water, Mokulua Islands views and kayaking.
Le'ahi Beach Park
Le'ahi Beach Park is a small grassy Diamond Head shoreline park with ocean views, shade and a rocky seawall instead of a swim beach.
Leftovers Beach Park
Leftovers Beach Park is a small North Shore surf spot with rocky shoreline, hidden trail access, roadside parking and scenic ocean views.
Lualualei Beach Park
Lualualei Beach Park is a quiet Waianae shoreline park with fishing, rocky limestone shelf, basic facilities and leeward Oahu views.
Ma'ili Beach Park
Ma'ili Beach Park is a spacious leeward Oahu beach with lifeguards, surf breaks, picnic areas, camping by permit and sunset views.
Magic Island Beach
Magic Island Beach is a protected Honolulu cove in Ala Moana Beach Park with calm water, picnic lawns, city views and sunset scenery.
Makaha Beach Park
Makaha Beach Park is a scenic west Oahu beach known for summer swimming, winter surf, lifeguards, diving, picnics and sunset views.
Makaleha Beach Park
Makaleha Beach Park is a secluded North Shore beach with shady trees, hidden trail access, calm-season snorkeling and quiet scenery.
Makalei Beach Park
Makalei Beach Park is a quiet Diamond Head shoreline park with shade, picnic tables, reef-lined water and surf access near Waikiki.
Makapu'u Beach Park
Makapu'u Beach Park is a dramatic southeast Oahu beach known for powerful shorebreak, bodyboarding, lifeguards, cliffs and Rabbit Island views.
Makua Beach
Makua Beach is a remote leeward Oahu beach backed by mountains, known for undeveloped scenery, powerful surf and Kaena Point access.
Malaekahana Bay
Malaekahana Bay is a peaceful northeastern Oahu beach known for long sand, Goat Island views, camping, fishing and calm-day ocean activities.
Mauna Lahilahi Beach Park
Mauna Lahilahi Beach Park is a quiet Makaha shoreline park with a thin mountain backdrop, rocky reef, picnic tables and a small protected cove.
Maunalua Bay Beach Park
Maunalua Bay Beach Park is a Hawaii Kai waterfront park known for boating, canoe paddling, kayaking, fishing, picnic tables and bay views.
Mokule'ia Beach Park
Mokule'ia Beach Park is a spacious North Shore beach with long sand, shallow reef, wind sports, surf access and views toward Kaena Point.
Nanakuli Beach Park
Kalaniana'ole Beach Park, also known as Nanakuli Beach Park, is a spacious leeward Oahu beach with lifeguards, camping, shorebreak and picnic areas.
Paiko Beach
Paiko Beach is a quiet south shore beach near Hawaii Kai with shallow reef, kayaking access, wildlife habitat and limited swimming.
Papa'iloa Beach
Papa'iloa Beach is a quiet North Shore beach near Haleiwa, known for white sand, reef-lined shoreline, surf breaks and LOST filming scenery.
Poka'i Bay Beach Park
Poka'i Bay Beach Park is a protected Waianae beach known for calm water, family swimming, beginner surfing, snorkeling and cultural history.
Police Beach
Police Beach is a rugged North Shore shoreline known for lava rock shelves, remote access, surf breaks, fishing and LOST filming history.
Pua'ena Point Beach Park
Pua'ena Point Beach Park is a small North Shore surf spot near Haleiwa, known for beginner lessons on smaller days, rocky scenery and Police Beach access.
Punalu'u Beach Park
Punalu'u Beach Park is a quiet windward Oahu shoreline park with shallow reef, fishing, picnic tables, stream outlet and calm-weather snorkeling.
Pupukea Beach Park
Pupukea Beach Park is a North Shore marine life conservation area known for Shark's Cove, Three Tables, tide pools, snorkeling and lava rock scenery.
Queen's Surf Beach
Queen's Surf Beach is an east Waikiki beach known for bodyboarding at The Wall, calm-day snorkeling, swimming, beach walks and its location near the Waikiki Aquarium.
Sand Island Beach Park
Sand Island Beach Park is an urban Honolulu shoreline park near the harbor, known for fishing, picnic areas, WWII bunkers, camping when available and Diamond Head views.
Sandy Beach Park
Sandy Beach Park is a powerful southeast Oahu shorebreak beach known for expert bodyboarding, wave watching, lifeguards, picnic areas and serious ocean hazards.
Shark's Cove
Shark's Cove is a North Shore lava-rock cove known for summer snorkeling, scuba diving, tidepools, underwater caves, reef fish and marine conservation.
Sunset Beach Park
Sunset Beach Park is a legendary North Shore beach known for massive winter surf, summer swimming, snorkeling, sunset views, lifeguards and powerful currents.
Swanzy Beach Park
Swanzy Beach Park is a quiet Ka'a'awa shoreline park known for grassy picnic areas, weekend camping, fishing, local history, mountain views and a shallow reef shoreline.
Three Tables Beach
Three Tables Beach is a North Shore reef beach known for summer snorkeling, scuba diving, flat reef formations, lava tubes and strong winter surf.
Turtle Bay
Turtle Bay offers rugged coastal scenery, a sandy beach backed by ironwood trees, and surf breaks beyond its rocky nearshore reef. While not recommended for swimming due to rocky conditions, it's popular for surfing, fishing, and exploring.
Turtle Beach (Papaoneone Beach)
Turtle Beach, also known as Papaoneone Beach, is a quiet west Oahu beach near Makaha with bright blue water, Mauna Lahilahi views, turtle sightings and strong shorebreak at times.
Ulehawa Beach Park
Ulehawa Beach Park is a long leeward Oahu shoreline known for Ulehawa Stream, surf access, fishing, rocky sections, lifeguards at the south end and a nearby historic site.
Uppers Beach Park
Uppers Beach Park is a rocky North Shore shoreline near Waimea Bay, known for surf access, fishing, lava rocks and rugged ocean views.
Wai'alae Beach Park
Wai'alae Beach Park is a scenic Kahala beach park known for picnic lawns, a white stone bridge, wedding photos, shallow reef and quiet south shore views.
Waiahole Beach Park
Waiahole Beach Park is a quiet windward Oahu shoreline known for fishing, grassy areas, Mokolii Island views, Koolau scenery and shallow reef conditions.
Waiale'e Beach Park
Waiale'e Beach Park is a quiet North Shore beach known for fishing, tidepools, Kuka'imanini views, ironwood shade, surf access and rocky shoreline scenery.
Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Beach is Oahu's most famous shoreline, known for swimming, beginner surfing, beachfront hotels, Diamond Head views and easy access to Waikiki attractions.
Wailupe Beach Park
Wailupe Beach Park is a small East Honolulu beach park known for fishing, picnic tables, surf access, shallow reef and a quiet local shoreline.
Waimanalo Beach Park
Waimanalo Beach Park is a long windward Oahu beach known for white sand, blue water, ironwood shade, bodyboarding, picnics and local beach scenery.
Waimea Bay Beach Park
Waimea Bay Beach Park is a legendary North Shore beach known for huge winter surf, The Eddie, calm summer swimming, snorkeling and dramatic bay views.
Wawamalu Beach
Wawamalu Beach is a quiet rocky shoreline near Ka Iwi Scenic Shoreline, known for wave watching, fishing, monk seal sightings and rugged coastal views.
Yokohama Bay (Keawa'ula Beach)
Yokohama Bay, also known as Keawa'ula Beach, is a remote west Oahu beach near Ka'ena Point with white sand, mountain views, winter surf and summer calm.
Maui
Maui Beaches
Ahihi Cove
Ahihi Cove is a rocky south Maui snorkeling spot in the Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve, known for clear water, lava scenery, reef life and no facilities.
Big Beach (Makena Beach)
Big Beach, also known as Oneloa or Makena Beach, is a wide south Maui shoreline known for long white sand, scenic views, lifeguards and powerful shorebreak.
Black Rock Beach
Black Rock Beach, also known as Pu'u Keka'a, is a west Maui snorkeling spot in Kaanapali known for lava-rock scenery, clear water, cultural history and sunset views.
Chang's Beach
Chang's Beach is a small south Maui cove off Makena Road, known for calm-condition snorkeling, swimming, bodyboarding, reef views and limited parking.
Charley Young Beach
Charley Young Beach is a family-friendly Kihei beach on Maui's south shore, known for soft sand, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding and nearby Kamaole I facilities.
D.T. Fleming Beach Park
D.T. Fleming Beach Park is a spacious West Maui beach in Honokahua Bay, known for white sand, shade trees, lifeguards, picnic areas, surfing and bodyboarding.
H.A. Baldwin Beach Park
H.A. Baldwin Beach Park is a spacious north Maui beach near Paia, known for white sand, grassy park areas, bodyboarding, surfing, picnic facilities and lifeguards.
Hamoa Beach
Hamoa Beach is a scenic east Maui crescent beach near Hana, known for gray sand, sea cliffs, calm-condition swimming, bodysurfing, surfing and no lifeguards.
Hana Bay (Hana Beach Park)
Hana Bay, also known as Hana Beach Park, is a calm east Maui black-sand beach with swimming, snorkeling, canoeing, picnic areas, a pavilion and no lifeguards.
Ho'okipa Beach Park
Ho'okipa Beach Park is a famous north Maui surf and windsurfing beach near Pa'ia, known for powerful reef breaks, turtle sightings, scenic overlooks and expert ocean conditions.
Honokohau Bay
Honokohau Bay is a rugged West Maui boulder beach near mile marker 36, known for sea cliffs, fishing, experienced winter surfing, rocky water and rip currents.
Honolua Bay
Honolua Bay is a protected northwest Maui marine bay known for summer snorkeling and diving, winter surf, coral reefs, rocky shoreline access and no lifeguards.
Honomanu Bay
Honomanu Bay is a scenic north Maui bay along Hana Highway, known for black sand, rocky shoreline, rainforest cliffs, fishing, experienced surfing and poor swimming conditions.
Ka'anapali Beach
Ka'anapali Beach is a famous West Maui resort beach known for golden sand, Black Rock, snorkeling, swimming, bodyboarding, surfing, sunset walks and nearby dining.
Kahana Beach
Kahana Beach is a quiet West Maui resort-front shoreline with calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, reef protection, shallow nearshore water and no public facilities.
Kaihalulu (Red Sand) Beach
Kaihalulu Beach, also known as Red Sand Beach, is a dramatic Hana-area cove known for red sand, steep trail access, strong currents, no facilities and no lifeguards.
Kalama Beach Park
Kalama Beach Park is a large Kihei oceanfront community park with sports courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, pavilions, a skate park, parking and poor swimming conditions.
Kama'ole Beach Park
Kama'ole Beach Park is a trio of family-friendly Kihei beaches on Maui's south shore, known for swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding, lifeguards, picnic areas and easy access.
Kanaha Beach Park
Kanaha Beach Park is a spacious Kahului shoreline known for windsurfing, kitesurfing, surfing, fishing, picnic areas, volleyball courts, lifeguards and north shore wind.
Kapalua Bay
Kapalua Bay is a crescent-shaped northwest Maui beach known for white sand, clear calm water, snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving, rocky outcrops and resort scenery.
Keawakapu Beach
Keawakapu Beach is a long south Maui white-sand beach between Kihei and Wailea, known for calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, diving, sunset walks and no lifeguards.
Koki Beach
Koki Beach is a scenic Hana-area beach on Maui's east shore, known for red, black and white sand, 'Alau Island views, picnic tables, strong currents and no lifeguards.
La Perouse Bay
La Perouse Bay is a rugged South Maui lava-rock bay near Ahihi Kinau Natural Area Reserve, known for volcanic scenery, tidal pools, rough terrain, parking and no lifeguards.
Lelekea Bay
Lelekea Bay is a remote East Maui pebble beach near Kipahulu, known for rugged scenery, Kalepa Point views, strong currents, no facilities and no lifeguards.
Little Beach
Little Beach is a secluded Makena State Park cove near Big Beach, known for soft sand, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding, surfing and no facilities.
Makena Landing Beach Park
Makena Landing Beach Park is a small South Maui ocean access point with rocky shoreline, kayak launching, snorkeling, scuba diving, showers, restrooms, parking and no lifeguards.
Maluaka Beach
Maluaka Beach is a golden-sand Makena beach on Maui's south shore, known for calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding, picnic tables, showers, parking and no lifeguards.
Mokapu Beach
Mokapu Beach is a sandy Wailea beach on Maui's south shore, known for calm-condition swimming, morning snorkeling, bodyboarding, shared Ulua Beach facilities and no lifeguards.
Nahiku Cove
Nahiku Cove is a secluded East Maui rocky cove off Nahiku Road, known for lush scenery, quiet ocean views, fishing, no facilities and no lifeguards.
Namalu Bay
Namalu Bay is a rocky Kapalua inlet on Maui's northwest coast, known for sea cliffs, clear water, cliff jumping, rugged views, no sandy beach and no facilities.
Napili Bay
Napili Bay is a golden-sand northwest Maui beach known for summer swimming, snorkeling, winter bodyboarding, rocky points, street parking, no public facilities and no lifeguards.
One'uli Beach
One'uli Beach is a hidden Makena State Park shoreline on Maui, known for black, red and white sand, Pu'u Ola'i views, kayaking, limited swimming and no facilities.
Oneloa Beach
Oneloa Beach, also known as Ironwoods Beach, is a quiet Kapalua shoreline with white sand, coastal views, bodyboarding, surfing, calm-condition snorkeling and no lifeguards.
Pa'ako Beach (Secret Cove)
Pa'ako Beach, also known as Secret Cove, is a small Makena cove on Maui's south shore known for white sand, lava rocks, wedding photos, street parking and no facilities.
Palauea Beach
Palauea Beach, also known as White Rock, is a secluded South Maui beach with white sand, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, roadside parking and no facilities.
Papalaua Beach Park
Papalaua Beach Park, also known as Thousand Peaks, is a narrow West Maui roadside beach known for surfing, bodyboarding, camping with a permit, kayaking and calm-day snorkeling.
Po'olenalena Beach
Po'olenalena Beach is a quiet South Maui beach near Makena with golden sand, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, surfing, bodyboarding, showers and no lifeguards.
Polo Beach
Polo Beach is a quieter South Maui beach in Wailea with golden sand, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding, picnic tables, BBQ grills, parking and no lifeguards.
Puamana Beach Park
Puamana Beach Park is a quiet West Maui shoreline park with fishing, beginner-friendly surfing, picnic tables, kiawe shade, parking and poor swimming conditions.
Slaughterhouse Beach (Mokule'ia Bay)
Slaughterhouse Beach, also known as Mokule'ia Bay, is a scenic northwest Maui beach near Kapalua with summer snorkeling, winter surf, limited parking and no lifeguards.
Sugar Beach
Sugar Beach, also known as Kealia Beach, is a long Maui shoreline between Ma'alaea and North Kihei, known for beach walks, kayaking, windsurfing, kitesurfing and no facilities.
Ukumehame Beach Park
Ukumehame Beach Park is a narrow West Maui roadside beach near mile marker 12, known for fishing, ironwood shade, coastal views, rocky water and no facilities.
Ulua Beach
Ulua Beach is a Wailea beach on Maui's south shore known for calm-morning swimming, snorkeling, beginner scuba diving, bodyboarding, shared parking and no lifeguards.
Wai'anapanapa Black Sand Beach
Wai'anapanapa Black Sand Beach is a famous Hana-area Maui beach known for black sand, lava cliffs, sea caves, coastal trails, camping, parking reservations and no lifeguards.
Wailea Beach
Wailea Beach is a wide South Maui white-sand resort beach known for swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding, coastal path access, equipment rentals, parking and no lifeguards.
Waipu'ilani Park
Waipu'ilani Park is a quiet Kihei oceanfront park with lawns, shade, sunset views, windsurfing, community activities, restrooms, parking and poor swimming conditions.
Kauai
Kauai Beaches
Aliomanu Beach
Aliomanu Beach is a quiet east Kauai shoreline near Anahola, known for North and South Aliomanu access, reef views, fishing traditions, limu gathering and limited calm-water swimming.
Anahola Beach Park
Anahola Beach Park is a long east Kauai beach near Anahola, known for reef-protected swimming areas, surfing, bodyboarding, fishing, camping with a permit and ironwood shade.
Anini Beach Park
Anini Beach Park is a reef-protected Kauai north shore beach known for calm water, snorkeling, windsurfing, camping with a permit and long shaded beach walks.
Brennecke Beach
Brennecke Beach is a small Poipu cove on Kauai's south shore, known for consistent bodyboarding waves, a surfboard-free nearshore zone and quick access to Poipu Beach Park.
Donkey Beach
Donkey Beach, officially Paliku Beach, is a rugged east Kauai shoreline near Kealia, known for its paved access trail, wide sandy setting and rough ocean conditions.
Glass Beach
Glass Beach in Ele'ele is a small Kauai shoreline near Port Allen, known for smooth sea glass, black rocks, beachcombing and an unusual industrial coastal setting.
Ha'ena Beach Park
Ha'ena Beach Park, also known as Maniniholo Beach, is a scenic Kauai north shore beach near Maniniholo Dry Cave, Tunnels Beach and Kee Beach.
Hanakapi'ai Beach
Hanakapi'ai Beach is a remote Na Pali Coast beach reached by the Kalalau Trail, known for dramatic scenery, dangerous currents and hiking-only access.
Hanalei Bay
Hanalei Bay is Kauai's largest bay, a scenic north shore crescent known for summer swimming, winter surf, mountain views, beach parks and the Hanalei Pier.
Hanama'ulu Bay
Hanama'ulu Bay is a quiet east Kauai beach park near Lihue Airport, known for picnics, fishing, shade, stream runoff and murky nearshore water.
Hideaways Beach (Pali Ke Kua)
Hideaways Beach, also known as Pali Ke Kua Beach, is a small Princeville cove reached by a steep trail, with calm-day snorkeling, shade and no lifeguards.
Honopu Beach
Honopu Beach is a remote Na Pali Coast landmark known for two hidden coves, Honopu Arch, towering cliffs, sacred history and swim-only access.
Kahili Quarry Beach
Kahili Quarry Beach, also called Rock Quarry Beach, is a quiet north shore beach near Kilauea where the stream meets the ocean.
Kalalau Beach
Kalalau Beach is a remote Na Pali Coast beach reached by the 11-mile Kalalau Trail, known for permit camping, dramatic cliffs and hazardous ocean conditions.
Kalapaki Beach
Kalapaki Beach is a convenient Lihue beach near Nawiliwili Harbor, known for calm-condition swimming, beginner surf, paddling and easy shoreline access.
Kalihiwai Beach
Kalihiwai Beach is a scenic north Kauai bay near Kilauea, known for white sand, ironwood shade, summer swimming, river kayaking and powerful winter surf.
Kapa'a Beach Park
This Kapa'a east shore beach is a convenient town park with basic facilities, calm-condition swimming, northern-end snorkeling and kite surfing on windy days.
Ke'e Beach
Ke'e Beach is a famous north Kauai beach at the end of Highway 560, known for summer snorkeling, reef-protected water and Kalalau Trail access.
Kealia Beach
Kealia Beach is a wide Coconut Coast beach near Kapa'a, known for surfing, bodyboarding, fishing, lifeguards, easy parking and a paved coastal path.
Kekaha Beach Park
Kekaha Beach Park is a long west Kauai shoreline known for open sand, sunset views, fishing, powerful surf, lifeguards and hazardous swimming conditions.
Kepuhi Beach
Kepuhi Beach is a quiet north Kauai shoreline near Ha'ena, known for beach walks, secluded picnics, calm-day snorkeling and no facilities.
Kiahuna Beach
Kiahuna Beach is a popular Poipu beach near resort lodging, known for golden sand, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding and surfing.
Larsen's Beach (Ka'aka'aniu Beach)
Larsen's Beach, also called Ka'aka'aniu Beach, is a remote northeast Kauai shoreline known for seclusion, beach walks, limited snorkeling and strong ocean currents.
Lawai Beach
Lawa'i Beach is a small south Kauai snorkeling beach near Poipu, known for reef-protected calm water, snuba, surfing and no facilities.
Lucy Wright Beach Park
Lucy Wright Beach Park is a historic Waimea beach park near the Waimea River mouth, known for Captain Cook history, colorful sand, picnics, playground space and limited swimming.
Lumaha'i Beach
Lumaha'i Beach is a scenic north Kauai beach near Hanalei, known for South Pacific movie history, wide white sand, dramatic surf and dangerous swimming conditions.
Lydgate Beach Park
Lydgate Beach Park is a family-friendly east Kauai beach park in Wailua, known for protected swimming pools, snorkeling, lifeguards, playgrounds and picnic areas.
Maha'ulepu Beach
Maha'ulepu Beach is a rugged southeast Kauai shoreline east of Poipu, known for Gillin's Beach, Kawailoa Bay, Ha'ula Beach, coastal hiking and limited swimming.
Moloa'a Bay
Moloa'a Bay is a quiet northeast Kauai beach near Kilauea, known for curved sand, green dunes, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding and limited parking.
Nukoli'i Beach Park
Nukoli'i Beach Park is a long east Kauai shoreline near Lihue, known for quiet walks, fishing, beachcombing, limited facilities and poor swimming conditions.
Papa'a Bay
Papa'a Bay is a secluded northeast Kauai beach known for white sand, shallow reef scenery, movie history, public trail access and calm-condition swimming.
Pila'a Beach
Pila'a Beach is a remote north Kauai shoreline near Kilauea, known for solitude, green cliffs, rocky access, beachcombing and unsafe swimming conditions.
Poipu Beach Park
Po'ipu Beach Park is a family-friendly Kauai south shore beach known for protected swimming areas, snorkeling, surfing, lifeguards, monk seals and full park facilities.
Polihale State Beach Park
Polihale State Beach Park is a remote west Kauai beach known for long sand, high dunes, sunset views, camping, fishing and hazardous swimming conditions.
Pu'u Poa Beach
Pu'u Poa Beach is a scenic Princeville shoreline below 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, known for reef-protected summer water, snorkeling, surfing and limited public parking.
Queen's Bath
Queen's Bath is a dramatic Princeville lava-rock tide pool known for ocean views, slippery trail access, seasonal closures and serious wave hazards.
Salt Pond Beach Park
Salt Pond Beach Park is a family-friendly Kauai south shore beach known for protected swimming, snorkeling, lifeguards, picnic pavilions, camping and traditional salt ponds.
SeaLodge Beach
SeaLodge Beach is a secluded Princeville cove reached by a short trail, known for quiet scenery, shade, calm-condition snorkeling and no public parking nearby.
Secret Beach
Secret Beach, also known as Kauapea Beach, is a remote north Kauai shoreline near Kilauea with dramatic cliffs, lighthouse views, steep trail access and dangerous currents.
Shipwreck Beach
Shipwreck Beach, also called Keoneloa Beach, is a scenic Poipu shoreline known for golden sand, Makawehi Point, bodyboarding, surfing and strong shorebreak.
Tunnels Beach
Tunnels Beach, also known as Makua Beach, is a scenic north Kauai shoreline near Ha'ena, known for reef snorkeling, mountain views, surfing and limited parking.
Waiakalua Beach
Waiakalua Beach is a secluded north Kauai shoreline reached by a steep trail, known for quiet scenery, shade, reef views and limited calm-condition snorkeling.
Waikoko Beach
Waikoko Beach is a quiet shaded shoreline at the western end of Hanalei Bay, known for picnic spots, bay views, limited swimming and surfing.
Wailua Beach
Wailua Beach is an east Kauai shoreline at the Wailua River mouth, known for surf, fishing, kayaking access, river views and poor swimming conditions.
Wainiha Beach Park
Wainiha Beach Park is a rugged Kauai north shore beach near the Wainiha River mouth, known for fishing, surfing, wild scenery and unsafe swimming conditions.
Waipouli Beach
Waipouli Beach is an east Kauai shoreline near Kapa'a, known for hotel-front scenery, shoreline paths, turtle cove views and calm-condition swimming pockets.
Big Island
Big Island Beaches
Ai'opio Beach
Ai'opio Beach is a calm Big Island shoreline in Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park, known for shallow tide pools, an ancient fish trap, sea turtles, swimming and no lifeguards.
Alula Beach
Alula Beach is a secluded Big Island cove near Honokohau Harbor, known for white sand, lava rocks, calm-condition snorkeling, scuba diving access and no lifeguards.
Anaeho'omalu Bay
Anaeho'omalu Bay, also known as A-Bay, is a Kohala Coast beach near Waikoloa with white sand, ancient fishponds, snorkeling, water sports and no lifeguards.
Carlsmith Beach Park
Carlsmith Beach Park is a Hilo lagoon park on the Big Island, known for calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, sea turtles, picnic areas, parking and seasonal lifeguards.
Crystal Cove
Crystal Cove is a rugged Big Island lava-rock cove near Kawaihae, known for scuba diving, clear water, coral gardens, lava cliffs, rough access and no facilities.
Hakalau Bay
Hakalau Bay is a scenic East Hawaii cove on the Big Island with black sand, stream-fed murky water, plantation history, surfing, no facilities and no lifeguards.
Hapuna Beach Park
Hapuna Beach Park is a famous Big Island white-sand beach on the Kohala Coast, known for swimming, bodyboarding, snorkeling, lifeguards, paved parking and full facilities.
Hilo Bay Beachfront Park
Hilo Bay Beachfront Park is a long black-sand shoreline park on the Big Island, known for bay views, picnics, fishing, paddling, surfing, parking and no lifeguard.
Ho'okena Beach Park
Ho'okena Beach Park is a historic Big Island west shore beach with gray sand, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, picnic tables, showers and parking.
Holoholokai Beach Park
Holoholokai Beach Park is a rocky Kohala Coast park on the Big Island, known for lava rock, coral rubble, picnic areas, BBQ grills, petroglyph access and limited swimming.
Honaunau Bay
Honaunau Bay, also known as Two Step, is a Big Island snorkeling and scuba diving spot with clear water, coral reefs, sea turtles, kayaking and nearby cultural history.
Honoka'ope Beach
Honoka'ope Beach is a quiet Mauna Lani-area beach on the Big Island with salt-and-pepper sand, lava cliffs, limited parking, snorkeling and showers.
Honokohau Beach
Honokohau Beach is a salt-and-pepper Kona Coast beach on the Big Island with snorkeling, fishing, reef-sheltered water, cultural sites, parking and harbor facilities nearby.
Honoli'i Beach Park
Honoli'i Beach Park is a popular Hilo-area surf beach on the Big Island with black sand, coral rubble, fishing, lifeguard coverage, showers and limited roadside parking.
Honomalino Bay
Honomalino Bay is a secluded Big Island gray-sand beach reached by trail from Milolii, known for palms, calm-condition swimming, snorkeling and no facilities.
Isaac Hale Beach Park
Isaac Hale Beach Park is a rugged Puna shoreline park on the Big Island with black sand, Pohoiki Bay views, surfing, fishing, boating, picnic areas and lifeguard coverage.
James Kealoha Beach Park
James Kealoha Beach Park is a Hilo beach park on the Big Island with swimming, snorkeling, surfing, fishing, picnic pavilion, parking and Scout Island views.
Ka'upulehu Beach
Ka'upulehu Beach is a quiet Big Island resort-area shoreline near Hualalai with sand, lava bench scenery, limited swimming, public access parking and no lifeguards.
Kahalu'u Beach Park
Kahalu'u Beach Park is a popular Kona snorkeling beach on the Big Island with shallow reef water, colorful fish, sea turtles, lifeguards, parking and picnic pavilions.
Kahuwai Bay
Kahuwai Bay is a secluded Big Island diving shoreline near Hualalai with lava archways, sea turtles, palm shade, difficult ocean entry and no lifeguards.
Kamakahonu Beach
Kamakahonu Beach is a calm Kailua-Kona swimming beach on the Big Island with shallow water, snorkeling, canoe rentals, historic Ahuena Heiau nearby and no lifeguards.
Kapa'a Beach Park
Kapa'a Beach Park is a rocky North Kohala shoreline on the Big Island with fishing, calm-condition snorkeling and diving, camping, picnic facilities and no lifeguards.
Kauna'oa Bay (Mauna Kea Beach)
Kauna'oa Bay, also known as Mauna Kea Beach, is a scenic Big Island white-sand beach with calm-condition swimming, snorkeling, limited parking and no lifeguards.
Ke'ei Beach
Ke'ei Beach is a secluded Kona Coast beach on the Big Island with white sand, black lava rock, surfing, snorkeling, fishing, limited swimming and no lifeguards.
Kealakekua Bay
Kealakekua Bay is a historic Big Island marine sanctuary with clear water, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, Captain Cook Monument views and no lifeguards.
Keauhou Bay
Keauhou Bay is a historic Kona Coast harbor on the Big Island with kayaking, fishing, boat tours, picnic areas, parking and no lifeguards.
Keaukaha Beach Park
Keaukaha Beach Park is a rocky Hilo shoreline park on the Big Island with lava-rock pools, freshwater springs, picnic areas, snorkeling, fishing, showers and parking.
Kehena Beach
Kehena Beach is a dramatic Big Island black-sand beach on the Puna Coast with lava cliffs, steep trail access, dolphin sightings, strong currents and no facilities.
Kekaha Kai State Park
Kekaha Kai State Park is a Big Island coastal park with Mahai'ula, Makalawena and Kua Bay, white sand, lava fields, snorkeling, hiking and no lifeguards.
Keokea Beach Park
Keokea Beach Park is a rugged North Kohala shoreline park on the Big Island with boulders, sea cliffs, fishing, picnic pavilions, BBQ grills and no lifeguards.
Kiholo Bay
Kiholo Bay is a remote Big Island lagoon on the Kohala Coast with lava rock, ancient fishpond history, sea turtles, snorkeling, scenic views and no facilities.
Kikaua Beach
Kikaua Beach is a small protected Big Island cove near Hualalai with white sand, calm water, swimming, snorkeling, palm shade, paved access and limited parking.
Kolekole Beach Park
Kolekole Beach Park is a scenic Big Island streamside park north of Hilo with picnic areas, waterfalls, stream swimming, fishing, paved parking and no lifeguards.
Kua Bay (Manini'owali Beach)
Kua Bay, also known as Manini'owali Beach, is a white-sand Big Island beach with clear water, swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding, surfing and no lifeguards.
Kuki'o Beach
Kuki'o Beach is a quiet Big Island white-sand beach near Hualalai with lava rocks, fishing, snorkeling, kayaking, rocky entry and basic facilities.
Lapakahi State Historical Park
Lapakahi State Historical Park is a North Kohala coastal historic site on the Big Island with an ancient fishing village, self-guided trail, snorkeling, restrooms and no drinking water.
Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park
Laupahoehoe Point Beach Park is a scenic Hamakua Coast park on the Big Island with lava rocks, picnic areas, fishing, tsunami history, parking and no lifeguards.
Leleiwi Beach Park
Leleiwi Beach Park is a Hilo shoreline park on the Big Island with black-sand pockets, lava pools, snorkeling, fishing, picnic pavilions, lifeguard coverage and parking.
MacKenzie State Park
MacKenzie State Park is a rugged Puna coastline park on the Big Island with lava cliffs, sea arches, fishing, picnic areas, ironwood shade and no lifeguards.
Mahai'ula Beach
Mahai'ula Beach is a secluded Big Island white-sand beach in Kekaha Kai State Park with shade, calm-condition swimming, rugged road access, restrooms and no lifeguards.
Mahukona Beach
Mahukona Beach is a historic Big Island harbor site with calm-condition snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, boating, sugar-era relics, camping and no lifeguards.
Makaiwa Bay
Makaiwa Bay is a Mauna Lani resort-area beach on the Big Island with white sand, swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, showers, lifeguard coverage and public parking access.
Makalawena Beach
Makalawena Beach is a remote Big Island white-sand beach with coves, sand dunes, swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, rough lava access and no facilities.
Manini Beach
Manini Beach is a South Kona coastal park on the Big Island with rocky shoreline, calm-condition snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, bay views and no lifeguards.
Mau'umae Beach
Mau'umae Beach is a secluded Kohala Coast beach on the Big Island with white sand, calm-condition swimming, tree shade, gated public access and no facilities.
Napo'opo'o Beach Park
Napo'opo'o Beach Park is a historic Big Island shoreline at Kealakekua Bay with Hiki'au Heiau, snorkeling, kayaking, picnic areas and no lifeguards.
New Kaimu Black Sand Beach
New Kaimu Black Sand Beach is a young lava-formed Big Island shoreline near Kalapana with black sand, the Kaimu Eco-Path, parking and unsafe swimming conditions.
Old Kona Airport Beach
Old Kona Airport Beach is a Kailua-Kona beach park on the Big Island with a former runway parking area, picnic facilities, snorkeling, surfing and no lifeguards.
Onekahakaha Beach Park
Onekahakaha Beach Park is a family-friendly Hilo beach on the Big Island with a protected shallow cove, swimming, snorkeling, tide pools, lifeguards and picnic facilities.
Onomea Bay
Onomea Bay is a lush Hamakua Coast scenic area with tropical garden views, rocky shoreline scenery, lookout points and Old Mamalahoa Highway access.
Pahoehoe Beach Park
Pahoehoe Beach Park is a quiet Kailua-Kona shoreline park with rocky ocean access, fishing, experienced scuba diving, picnic areas, roadside parking and no lifeguards.
Papakolea Green Sand Beach
Papakolea Green Sand Beach is a remote South Point shoreline with rare olivine sand, sea cliffs, a long exposed hike, limited swimming, no facilities and no lifeguards.
Pebble Beach
Pebble Beach is a remote South Kona shoreline with black lava pebbles, rugged coastal scenery, steep road access, strong shorebreak, no facilities and no lifeguards.
Pelekane Beach
Pelekane Beach is a sacred historic shoreline near Kawaihae with Hawaiian heiau sites, King Kamehameha history, fishing allowed, swimming prohibited and no lifeguards.
Pine Trees Beach
Pine Trees Beach is a rugged Kona Coast surf beach near Kona Airport with 4WD access, rocky swimming conditions, camping by permit, portable toilets and scuba diving offshore.
Pololu Valley Beach
Pololu Valley Beach is a remote North Kohala black-sand beach with sea cliffs, valley views, a steep hiking trail, strong currents, no facilities and no lifeguards.
Punalu'u Beach Park
Punalu'u Beach Park is a famous Hawaii Island black sand beach with sea turtles, freshwater springs, picnic facilities, camping, parking and no lifeguards.
Reeds Bay Beach Park
Reeds Bay Beach Park is a small Hilo shoreline park with calm shallow water, Ice Pond nearby, boating, fishing, parking and easy Banyan Drive access.
Richardson Beach Park
Richardson Beach Park is a Hilo shoreline park with black sand, protected lava-rock coves, snorkeling, tide pools, lifeguards, showers and parking.
Road to the Sea Beach
Road to the Sea Beach is a remote Hawaii Island shoreline with black and green sand, rugged 4WD access, fishing, limited swimming, no facilities and no lifeguards.
Spencer Beach Park
Spencer Beach Park is a family-friendly white-sand beach near Kawaihae with calm water, snorkeling, camping by permit, lifeguards, picnic areas and parking.
Wai'olena Beach Park
Wai'olena Beach Park is a quiet Hilo shoreline park with lava rock, tide pools, fishing, picnic tables, parking and no sandy swimming beach.
Waialea Bay (Beach 69)
Waialea Bay, also known as Beach 69, is a shaded Kohala Coast white-sand beach with swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, kayaking, restrooms and no lifeguards.
Waipi'o Beach
Waipi'o Beach is a remote black-sand shoreline below Waipi'o Valley's cliffs, with powerful surf, steep restricted access, port-a-potties and no listed beach activities.
Waiulua Bay
Waiulua Bay is a Waikoloa resort-area inlet with rocky shoreline views, calm-condition snorkeling, resort facilities only and no lifeguards.
Wawaloli Beach Park
Wawaloli Beach Park is a Kona Coast park near Kona Airport with protected sand-filled tide pools, snorkeling, tidepooling, picnic tables, grills, showers and restrooms.
White Sands Beach Park
White Sands Beach Park is a lively Kailua-Kona beach with shifting white sand, swimming, bodyboarding, surfing, snorkeling, lifeguards, showers and limited parking.
Whittington Beach Park
Whittington Beach Park is a quiet Ka'u Coast park with rugged lava shoreline views, picnic facilities, parking, camping by permit and no suitable swimming area.
Ahalanui Park
Ahalanui Park was a former Puna Coast warm pond with volcanically heated water, swimming, snorkeling, picnic areas and lifeguards, destroyed by the 2018 lava flow.
Kapoho Tide Pools
Kapoho Tide Pools were a former Puna Coast lava-rock snorkeling area with warm tide pools, marine life and no facilities, destroyed by the 2018 lava flow.
Lanai
Lanai Beaches
Huawai Bay
Huawai Bay is a secluded south Lanai beach reached by a rugged coastal trail, known for salt-and-pepper sand, tide pools, sea cliffs, fishing and calm-condition snorkeling.
Hulopoe Bay
Hulopoe Bay is Lanai's most popular beach, known for white sand, clear water, snorkeling, tide pools, picnic areas, marine life and south shore scenery.
Kahemano Beach
Kahemano Beach is a remote east Lanai shoreline known for local fishing, shallow reef, rocky water, reef shark sightings, solitude and four-wheel-drive access.
Keomuku Beach
Keomuku Beach is a remote east Lanai shoreline known for fishing, beachcombing, fringing reef, historic village remnants, kiawe trees and rugged coastal views.
Lopa Beach
Lopa Beach is a remote east Lanai shoreline known for white sand, fishing, beachcombing, Loko Lopa fishpond, bird sanctuary habitat and four-wheel-drive access.
Manele Bay
Manele Bay is Lanai's main harbor and ferry gateway, known for boat tours, marine preserve waters, snorkeling, diving, harbor views and nearby Hulopoe Bay.
Naha Beach
Naha Beach is a remote east Lanai shoreline known for an ancient Hawaiian fishpond, fishing, rocky water, strong currents, kiawe trees and quiet coastal history.
Polihua Beach
Polihua Beach is Lanai's longest white-sand beach, known for remote four-wheel-drive access, wide sand, Molokai views, winter whale watching and dangerous no-swim ocean conditions.
Shark's Bay
Shark's Bay is a small south Lanai cove near Hulopoe Bay, known for red lava cliffs, Pu'u Pehe views, quiet scenery and unsafe rocky swimming conditions.
Shipwreck Beach
Shipwreck Beach, also known as Kaiolohia, is a remote north Lanai shoreline known for the YOGN-42 shipwreck, petroglyphs, beachcombing, strong currents and no-swim conditions.
Molokai
Molokai Beaches
Awahua Beach
Awahua Beach is a remote black-sand beach on Molokai's Kalaupapa Peninsula, known for sea cliffs, historic significance, restricted access and dangerous no-swim ocean conditions.
Dixie Maru Cove (Kapukahehu Beach)
Dixie Maru Cove, also known as Kapukahehu Beach, is a sheltered west Molokai cove known for calm summer swimming, snorkeling, lava rocks and remote scenery.
Halawa Beach
Halawa Beach is a remote east Molokai beach park with Kama'alaea and Kawili beaches, valley scenery, picnic pavilions, winter surf and calm-day swimming.
Hale O Lono Beach
Hale O Lono Beach is a remote south Molokai shoreline known for fishing, surfing, winter whale watching, cultural history and the Molokai Hoe starting area.
Kakahai'a Beach Park
Kakahai'a Beach Park is a quiet south Molokai roadside park known for birdwatching, fishing, picnic tables, wildlife refuge habitat and rocky no-swim shoreline.
Kamiloloa Beach
Kamiloloa Beach is a narrow south Molokai shoreline near Hotel Molokai, known for reef views, fishing, palm trees, quiet scenery and poor swimming conditions.
Kaupoa Beach
Kaupoa Beach is a secluded west Molokai beach with twin crescent coves, white sand, lava rocks, tide pools, summer snorkeling and no lifeguards.
Kepuhi Beach
Kepuhi Beach is a scenic west Molokai beach known for golden sand, Kaiaka Rock, sunset views, resort access, strong currents and dangerous shorebreak.
Kiowea Beach Park
Kiowea Beach Park is a quiet south Molokai park near Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove, known for picnics, fishing, royal history, freshwater springs and poor swimming conditions.
Mo'omomi Beach
Mo'omomi Beach is a remote northwest Molokai shoreline known for wind-blown dunes, Mo'omomi Preserve, native plants, fishing, rough access and no-swim ocean conditions.
Murphy's Beach
Murphy's Beach, also known as Kumimi Beach and Mile Marker 20 Beach, is a scenic southeast Molokai beach known for calm-day snorkeling, fair swimming, fishing and roadside views.
One Ali'i Beach Park
One Ali'i Beach Park is a spacious south Molokai coastal park with two sections, picnic pavilions, grassy lawns, fishing, cultural monuments and rocky swimming conditions.
Paka'a Beach
Paka'a Beach is a secluded rocky bay on Molokai's west shore, known for fishing, rugged scenery, public right-of-way access and poor swimming conditions.
Papohaku Beach
Papohaku Beach is one of Hawaii's largest white-sand beaches, known for long walks, dunes, sunset views, camping facilities and dangerous open-ocean conditions.
Po'olau Beach
Po'olau Beach is a small west Molokai cove known for white sand, black lava rocks, fishing, picnics, calm-day snorkeling and an easy-to-miss access road.
Pohakumauliuli Beach
Pohakumauliuli Beach, also known as Make Horse Beach, is a secluded west Molokai shoreline with two coves, tide pools, cinder cone scenery and unsafe swimming conditions.
Sandy Beach
Sandy Beach is a small east Molokai cove near mile marker 22, known for clear water, calm-day swimming, roadside access and no lifeguards.