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Which beach in Maui has the bluest water?

Hamoa Beach You might see this scenic spot if you take the popular Road to Hana drive, or if you're looking for a place to get in some snorkeling. The bright blue water draws surfers, swimmers, and snorkelers to its crystalline expanse. There's still plenty of sunbathing and camping to be done on shore, though.



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Visit Maui's Best Beaches
  • Makena Beach State Park.
  • Honomanu Bay.
  • La Perouse Bay.
  • Koki Beach.
  • Charley Young Beach.
  • Oneuli Beach.
  • Ho'okipa Beach Park.
  • Olowalu.


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D.T. However, even if you're not a surfer, you'll still enjoy yourself on this stretch of the coast. Maui is known for its gorgeous water, and this beach park is perhaps the best example of that. The water is clear and so blue you'll think you're in a photograph.

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The best beaches in Maui range from beautiful white strips of sand to sheltered golden crescents that are simply among the main draws of the island. Many give way to turquoise water like something straight off of a postcard. And when you dip underneath the water, reef networks like cities spread out in all directions.

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Maui's beach parks are spectacular on any side of the island, but the beaches on the leeward side are generally considered to be the most beautiful. To save you a Google search, “leeward” is a term that refers to the side sheltered from the wind.

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Visit Maui's Best Beaches
  • Makena Beach State Park.
  • Honomanu Bay.
  • La Perouse Bay.
  • Koki Beach.
  • Charley Young Beach.
  • Oneuli Beach.
  • Ho'okipa Beach Park.
  • Olowalu.


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South Maui, however, has the highest number of sunbath-able white-sand gems, include the three winners of Kamaole Beach Parks I, II, and III; situated side by side, and you can beach-hop without having to step foot into your car.

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These are the 12 most spectacular beaches in Hawaii that you cannot miss.
  • Kapalua Bay – Maui.
  • Wailea Beach – Maui.
  • Big Island.
  • Hapuna Beach – Big Island.
  • Kauai Island.
  • Poipu Beach Park – Kauai.
  • Ke'e – Kauai.
  • Hanalei – Kauai.


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Have you ever been hunting for sea glass? One of the best places to find some beautiful pieces to take home with you on Maui is in front of Cheese Burger in Paradise in Lahaina.

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Oahu's windward coast – specifically the 10-mile stretch from the Marine Corps Base Kaneohe to Makapu'u Beach Park – is home to the bluest water in Hawaii, sure to make your next beach day unforgettable.

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Kaihalulu Beach is accessible via the Hana Highway. There's minimal parking on this part of the road, so we suggest parking by the Hana Ballpark and walking.

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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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Maui's North Shore is less developed, less crowded, has cooler days, and is in a more natural state than the popular resort areas of South and West Maui.

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There's plenty of gorgeous water to be found at Maui's beach parks, but the clearest is in Honolua Bay, especially during the summer. Honolua is Hawaiian for “two harbors,” and the bay was originally used to receive ships and unload supplies.

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From perfect white sandy beaches to unique black-sand coves, here's our top five quiet beaches in Maui:
  • Secret Beach. Located close to Makena Beach, Secret Beach – or Paako Cove – is literally a secret to most people. ...
  • Honokalani Beach. ...
  • Kapalua Bay. ...
  • Oneuli Beach. ...
  • Changs Beach.


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Baby Beach (Lahaina) Baby Beach is a unique treasure for families because there are reliably fewer waves here compared with other beaches, and because Lahaina—which literally means relentless sun—is balmy and beautiful most days of the year.

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Maluaka Beach (AKA Turtle Town) Fronting the Maui Prince Hotel in the South Maui town of Kihei, Maluaka Beach is the ultimate destination for impromptu turtle encounters - so much so that the whole surrounding area is nicknamed “Turtle Town.”

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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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