Its content is produced independently of USA TODAY. Maui Beaches. The 1/2 mile long Hapuna beach has the long stretch of beautiful white sands and clear, calm and warm waters.
The reef-sheltered cove’s white sand gently slopes, making ocean entry a breeze. Haena Beach on Kauai’s North Shore is popular with Hollywood, surfers and snorkelers. In winter, waves can get big. Oahu, home to world-famous Waikiki Beach, is known for having some of the widest golden stretches — and the best surfing — in all of Hawaii.
Freshwater springs cool the water.Leaf Group is a USA TODAY content partner providing general travel information. Poipu is also a favorite of rare and endangered Hawaiian monk seals. Hapuna beach is one of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the Big Island of Hawaii. Framed by coconut palms, the jet back sand contrasts with blue water.
Maui, Hawaii’s second most visited island, is popular with romantics and wintering humpback whales.
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Which island has the best beaches? Best beaches for surfing 5. Maui, Hawaii’s second most visited island, is popular with romantics and wintering humpback whales. There’s also a shallow, freshwater lagoon that kids will appreciate. Hanauma Bay (honolulu.gov), once too popular for its own good, was saved by establishing it as a nature preserve. Located on Molokai’s western end, Papaohaku—also known as three-mile beach—is one of the largest white sand stretches in the state. Are Hawaiian beaches warm? Pack a picnic and bring a cooler, as there are no concession stands (but there are benches where you can sit).A heart-stopping bay backed by 4,000-foot emerald mountains, Hanalei is technically several beach parks, rolled into one magnificent two-mile swath along Kauai’s north shore. The waves at this tiny cove, which is set off by two beautiful cliffs, are spectacular for body surfing. So the beach offers excellent swim condition for the visitors. Kaanapali’s three miles of sun-kissed golden sand fronts inviting waters. Two miles of beach fronted by hotels and by the beautiful Kapiolani Park.
The golden beach of Haena is back-dropped by Na Pali. As assistant editor at the Rogue River Press, she wrote and edited several stories that earned awards from the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association. Waimea Bay. Hawaii has too many incredible beaches to visit in one lifetime, so let us be your guide.Molokai receives far fewer visitors than Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island—which means you have a greater chance of having some of its standout beaches all to yourself.
Hawaiian green sea turtles and hawksbill, both endangered, bask on the beach. Swim or snorkel when the ocean’s calm, which it usually is after noon, and enjoy the West Maui sunset. Located on O'ahu's south, the shore is the beach of beaches. The best beach for partying in Hawaii is definitely Waikiki Beach.
Punaluu in East Hawaii is Hawaii’s most famous black sand beach.
A beach walk links hotels and open-air restaurants. On a clear day, you can even see Oahu across the channel.The Big Island has several impressive white-sand beaches—Hapuna, a half-mile stretch located on the Kona-Kohala Coast, is one of them. South Shore’s Wailea Beach is a favorite of Dr. Beach and others. Hanauma is on many a best-beach list and is where Elvis and his leading lady took their moonlit swim in "Blue Hawaii." May through September, the bay turns into a lake where snorkelers, unlike surfers, enjoy underwater views.Pristine sand, crystal blue water, gentle trade winds – Hawaii’s beaches significantly add to its allure.
Learn to surf or paddle an outrigger canoe on the long but gentle break – Waikiki Beach Boys teach both -- rent beach gear, hop aboard a sunset or snorkel cruise, and dance to live beach bar music at Duke’s Canoe Club (dukeswaikiki.com) -- named after Duke Kahanamoku (1890-1968), Olympian and pioneer of the Waikiki Beach Boys and modern surfing.
But in the summer months, the waters are more tranquil and suitable for swimming.
Enjoy gentle waves, clear water and sunset views of Kahoolawe, Lanai and Molokini.© 2020 USATODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, Inc.Waikiki on Oahu, the most visited of the Hawaiian Islands, is Hawaii’s most famous beach, with something for all but the solitude seeker. From volcanic black sands of Hawaii Island to coral white sands of Kauai, the state provides free access to its beaches, with the exception of Hanauma Bay. Almost everywhere else in the state winds down around 9 o’ clock, if not earlier. But before entering the water, unless experienced with Hawaii’s currents, check with a lifeguard and heed signs.Cindy Blankenship, a California native, began reporting in 1996 for the Grants Pass Daily Courier after teaching in Hawaii where she lived 14 years. In summer, people of all ages and abilities body board. 4. Poipu, a crescent of white sand and blue water on the South Shore, is a favorite of locals, visitors and travel experts. Even locals come to this beautiful spot to picnic and hang with friends.
Sand extends a half-mile from rock outcroppings on its south to Hapuna Prince Hotel on its north. In summer, snorkelers and swimmers take to its translucent turquoise water; in winter, expert surfers ride its big waves.Hawaii Island’s main attraction is its active volcano, but Hawaii’s largest island also claims some seriously scenic beaches.