This beach is great to relax, snorkel, or watch sea turtles. There's lots of sea life to enjoy in…read morethe water & it is a beautiful beach that isn't too crowded. They have tables and grills & public bathrooms. Parking- they have their own parking lot

Went here recently to take our family Christmas photos at the suggestion of our photographer. I've…read morepassed this beach numerous times in my life, but have never actually stopped by here, but I was down for whatever since I'm not too familiar with all the West Side spots. So, my review is from a bit of a different perspective. Located on the South End of Ka'anapali Beach by Hyatt Regency, we pulled into the parking lot and found that it offers a lot more amenities than many other beaches like public bathrooms, shower station, covered picnic tables, bbq grills, an expansive manicured lawn, and a lifeguard tower (you'll find these few and far between, especially in West Maui). This beach is also home to a canoe club and plays host to many of the canoe/paddling competitions, hence the nickname Canoe Beach. As a spot for photography and family photos, it actually worked surprisingly well! Christmas photos at the beach? Yeah, I was a bit skeptical at first, but I put full trust in our photographer and she was able to use all the different elements and even had props of her own (check my profile photo). From the lifeguard tower, to the plants that surrounded it, and the rocks below it each offered a different feel. Once golden hour hit, it was the perfect lighting. I just really loved how our photos turned out and would recommend this spot for your next family photo session! We didn't get in the water to swim, but it looked like a pretty good spot to do so especially if there's lifeguards on duty. Really sandy with not too many rocks and plenty of shade.

Amazing park, the beach, cemeteries, forests all worth exploring. Some of the best views on Maui…read more Lava tubes are a must do!

This black sand beach was a nice stop at the end of Road to Hana, but I'd say it's more of a park…read moreexperience than an actual beach. First, please know that you have to make a reservation for the state park ahead of time; you need to get a ticket for a specific time window in order to gain entry. Once on the premises, there's a spacious park and picnic area near the parking lot, before you get to the stairs that lead down to the beach itself. The beach is visually stunning, with the black sand contrasted against the clear blue Pacific Ocean. But the space isn't that big, and with the tourist volume they get, don't count on a peaceful day of lounging on the beach itself. Plus the currents here are not very friendly for swimming, so mist folks didn't go in the water. There are some other interesting sights, like a tiny cave just off the shore, and a trail on the far end of the beach that offers some more views. But again, don't plan a full beach day here, it's more of a sightseeing stop than anything else.

Ah, Makena State Park, treasure of Maui, where the sands are soft, crafted by God's own hand…read more Stepping onto your shores, braddah, it's like sinking into flower, soft and sweet underfoot. The cove, round and inviting, cradles the Pacific's mighty waves, and when the ocean greets you, it washes away all the worries, no ka oi. The air is alive, the trees dance with the wind, and the sun graces your skin time and again. Makena, you're truly a queen among islands, a paradise that captures the heart, no doubt, braddah!

I can feel it coming in the air tonight, oh Lord Well, I've been waiting for this wave for all my…read morelife, oh Lord (after the wave came crushing down)... You can hear Crush from Finding Nemo saying "Righteous! Righteous!" as the waves came crashing in. So many good waves, knocking over so many people along the way. From grown women and men to teenagers flopping like fish with these powerful waves. There's a cost to park in the parking lots. You'll find plenty of parking along the road passing the lots. Big Beach is in between Little Beach and Secret Cove in the Mākena State Park area. There are porta potty's. Lifeguards gave warnings as the tide was pretty rough, advising people to be careful and go under the waves (lot of people didn't get the memo but got a lot of sand in their swim suits). Lady lost her cell phone in the ocean when she got knocked over trying to take a selfie (more like an ouchie). Kids enjoyed making sand castles but the waves were a bit too much for this Dad to carry them in. This was a great places to collect little shells for the kids, look at some lava rocks, watch some big waves on Big Beach. Mahalo

About 30 parking spots, so might be full…read more Windy and beautiful. Maybe from the canopy from trees. Restrooms available. Kiddie pool , rocks act as a barrier. North side is for surfers. South side , sand area and swimming . Benches around , good for groups.

This is a great multi-purpose beach for families and beginner surfers. Has picnic tables, grills,…read morebathroom, shallow water area protected by rock wall and beach. Very popular with local families for birthday parties on weekends and holidays.

We were traveling the Road to Hāna and ended up spending some time in Hāna after hiking, where we…read moremet a local who recommended that we visit Hamoa Beach since it was close by. We are so glad we listened. As with most beaches in Hawai'i, parking can be a bit crazy, but we were lucky enough to find a spot nearby. From there, you walk down a set of steps that lead into a small alcove-like beach area, and it is absolutely gorgeous. The weather that day was perfect, and the waves were ideal for boogie boarding, which we ended up doing and had a great time. There isn't a lot of shade, so I definitely recommend bringing an umbrella. There are signs leading to the beach reminding visitors to be respectful of the land and the energy, and you can truly feel a special, almost magical presence the moment you step onto the sand. This is one of the most beautiful beaches I've ever been to. I honestly wished we had stayed overnight in Hāna so we could spend more time enjoying it. It almost saddens me to write this review because it feels like such a special, somewhat hidden beach that isn't overly crowded yet. If I ever make it back to Hāna, I would absolutely return to Hamoa Beach.

My son and I took the back road to Hana and had a full day and still a bit of a drive back to our…read moreplace. But, he really wanted to go to a beach after hiking and exploring all day. I literally pulled off the side as it was starting to get dark and let him know he had 30 minutes to play. I didn't really know quite what to expect when we got there. I was able to find street parking and then stairs leading down to the beach. When we walked down, we were in awe of the magic we had found. Huge blue waves like something out of a movie. We had the best time jumping waves together, enjoying the water and the gorgeous ocean scenery. The beach wasn't crowded at all for us and just a few families and surfers hanging out. Once we got splattered in the water and full of sand, we were able to rinse off in the outdoor shower and get back on our way. Would definitely come back to this heaven.

UPDATE 2/26 We decided to come a little farther and return…read morehere. Parking is limited Snorkel here is really nice. Calm clear water and good sealife and 2 green sea turtles. We found partial shade in a grass overlook. Bathrooms and beach showers close by. Nice place to come.

Great for snorkeling and spear fishing. Not a ton of sand on the beach but beautiful.read more

Great hidden beach with a tiny tiny parking lot of only 5 spots. You have to go early to snag a…read morespot, but it is great if you do. Very little crowd here. Very little shade as well. But great spot for tranquility and peace.

This location is not quite right . Chang's beach is different place nearby turtle town and the five…read moregraves. At any rate changs beach is a fantastic spot for summer sunsets and photos . Super cool lava rock but plently of sand too. In June the sunset in the vista between Maui and the adjacent island so we could see it go all the way to the water . Still upscale part of the island but felt far less touristy than nearby beaches . One of my favorite spots in Maui

Stopped while driving the road to Hana. Was a great spot to stop. Nice beach and lovely exploring…read more Would go back.

We stopped by Koki Beach on our way to Haleakala National Park on the Road to Hana. It was raining…read morewhile we were here, but it was still a beautiful and relaxing stop to enjoy the ocean views. It did look like a beach people go into the water at, though, so that might be something to look into. However, the water was very choppy so definitely not water you'd want to get in with any type of rain. You can see a little mountain off the coast - Ka Iwi O Pele or Bones of Pele - which was where Pele had her final battle with her sister. Koki Beach was not crowded at all while we were here - there were maybe 5 other people here. It's a nice place to stop and look at the ocean and Ka Iwi O Pele, but if you're in a rush or have a packed day, I'd say this is a stop you can skip as there are many other beautiful stops I'm sure you'll have stopped. However, if you have the extra time in your schedule, I would definitely take a quick stop to take in the scenery.