Molokai Beach Guide

Paka'a Beach

Paka'a Beach is a secluded rocky bay on Molokai's west shore, with red soil, rugged coastline, public right-of-way access and ocean conditions that are poor for swimming.

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Paka'a Beach, Molokai

Paka'a Beach on Molokai's west shore is a small rocky bay with no sandy beach. Some local residents come here for diving and fishing. Other than that, this is mainly a quiet coastal-view stop. Access is via a beach access road from Pohakuloa Road.

There is no sign with the beach name on it, only a sign that says “Beach Public Right-of-Way,” so the beach is easy to miss if you don't have a map with you and therefore don't know which beach access road to take. Paka'a Beach is located between Po'olau Beach to the north and Dixie Maru Cove to the south.

Key Features

Secluded rocky bay on Molokai's west shore
Located off Pohakuloa Road near Maunaloa
Small Beach Public Right-of-Way sign marks the access
No large beach-name sign at the road
Paka'a Beach sits between Po'olau Beach and Dixie Maru Cove
Rocky shoreline with no broad sandy beach
Uneven ocean bottom makes swimming poor
Red soil, lava rocks and rugged west Molokai coastline shape the scenery
The access road can be easy to miss without a map
Best treated as a short coastal-view stop rather than a beach-day destination

Paka'a Beach

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Paka'a Beach located?

Paka'a Beach is off Pohakuloa Road near Maunaloa on Molokai's west shore.

Is Paka'a Beach good for swimming?

No. Paka'a Beach has no sandy swimming area, and the rocky shoreline and uneven ocean bottom make swimming poor.

How do visitors find Paka'a Beach?

Look for the small Beach Public Right-of-Way sign off Pohakuloa Road. There is no large beach-name sign, so the access road is easy to miss.

What is Paka'a Beach best for?

Paka'a Beach is best for rugged coastal views, red-soil scenery, photos and quiet shoreline time when conditions are safe.

What beaches are near Paka'a Beach?

Po'olau Beach is north of Paka'a Beach, and Dixie Maru Cove / Kapukahehu Beach is south of it.