What is the red flag on Maui Beach?

Single red flag: High hazard – High surf and/or strong currents and swimming not recommended. Double red flags: Very dangerous –Water is closed to public use. Red and yellow flag: Recommended swimming area with lifeguards.



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Red Flag – Red Flags flying mean that the waters have high surf and you should stay out of the water. You can still play in the sand, relax in your beach chair or take a walk along the beach! Just don't get in, unless you are a surfer with a personal floatation device.

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Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach located on Maui is known to have rough water and is reported to be one of a handful of red sand beaches around the world. Makena Beach in Maui has the nickname of “breakneck beach” because the surf breaks right on the shore, making it very dangerous to swim in.

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23 Things NOT To Do While Visiting Maui
  • Don't touch/get too close to wildlife. ...
  • Don't forget the reef-safe sunscreen. ...
  • Don't ignore ocean warning signs. ...
  • Don't leave your shoes on when entering someone else's house. ...
  • Don't call your slippers “flip flops.” ...
  • Don't over plan. ...
  • Don't stand on the reef.


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Hanakapi'iai Beach Located on the secluded Na Pali Coast, Hanakapi'ai Beach has been called the most dangerous beach in Hawaii. It's also one of the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii! The water often looks fine, but a dangerous rip current has swept several people out to sea.

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Most beaches will hoist a double red flag to close the beach if dangerous sharks are nearby. Purple flags usually indicates the presence of other marine life such as jelly fish, stingrays, sea snakes, etc. Beaches that have frequent shark visits may use a purple flag with a shark emblem.

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Makena beach is popularly known for its tiger sharks that hunt near shallow waters. The Makena point has seen the highest number of shark sightings, making it the most dangerous beach on Maui. The beach is beautiful but dangerous and has had 8 shark attacks including two fatalities.

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About eighteen miles southwest of the Garden Island (Kauai), sits Hawaii's “Forbidden Island”, also known as Niihau.

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If you want to avoid the crowds, then head over to the least touristy beaches such as Waimanalo Beach and Kaimana Beach on Oahu or Ke'ei Beach and Shipman Beach on the Big Island to take a swim or catch some rays in silence.

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