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Koki
Beach
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PHOTOS |
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Click on a thumbnail to
see a larger version of the photo |
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OVERVIEW |
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Located south
of Hana on Maui’s east coast, Koki Beach is
known for its unique red sand and rocky
shoreline. There is a large red cinder hill,
named Ka Iwi o Pele. Hikers may be tempted
to follow the shoreline to the north of it,
but this is not a good idea because the
cinder hill consists of very loose volcanic
material that frequently breaks off and
falls to the shoreline below. So better just
stay on the safe side and take some pictures
of the nice scenery.
Although the beach is not good for casual
swimming (there are many large boulders
offshore), Koki encourages and challenges
good surfers to test out its waves. The
shore break that’s often times present also
provides good conditions for body boarders.
The ocean bottom slopes gently here. So you
can go in the water for several hundred feet
and still stand in just five feet deep
water. But as nice as this may sound, Koki
Beach can be treacherous. The beach is
unprotected from the surf and currents can
be very strong. Often times there are strong
alongshore currents that run from right to
left and then out past the rocks. These rip
currents can easily suck swimmers out into
the ocean. Many drownings have happened
here. There are no lifeguards, so you need
to be aware of the water conditions.
There is a small grassy park, ideal for
resting or having a picnic. The ironwood
trees provide plenty of shade. There are no
facilities here, except for picnic tables.
Even though Koki Beach is not a typical
white sand beach and different from other
beaches on Maui, this is what makes it
special and the reason why people come here. |
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ACTIVITIES &
AMENITIES |
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Swimming: |
Yes |
Bathrooms: |
No |
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Snorkeling: |
No |
Picnic
Benches: |
Yes |
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Scuba
Diving: |
No |
Showers: |
No |
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Surfing: |
Yes |
BBQ
Pits: |
No |
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Windsurfing: |
No |
Water
Fountain: |
No |
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Kiteboarding: |
No |
Lifeguard: |
No |
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Bodyboarding: |
Yes |
Camping: |
No |
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DIRECTIONS |
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Continue driving out of Hana town as if you are going to the
seven pools. Koki Beach is about a five minute drive from
Hana. Turn left at the sign for Hamoa Beach. You cant miss
it. This is a road that does a loop by the ocean. You will
always end up on Hana Hwy. Hamoa Beach is on one end of the
loop and Koki Beach is on the other.
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PLEASE NOTE |
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While
Hawaii's beaches can bring much enjoyment,
it is always a good practice to use common
sense while visiting them. Please be aware
of the wave & wind conditions before going
into the water. Mornings are usually best
for swimming, snorkeling or diving. Have
respect for the strength of the waves and be
aware that high surf can come up at any
time. NEVER turn your back to the ocean.
Be careful when exploring any rocky
shorelines. Waves can crash on the rocks and
knock you over easily, and the rocks may
also be sharp when walking on them.
When snorkeling or scuba diving, please have
respect for ocean life, and remember that
the coral reef is alive too. Avoid standing
on or touching if at all possible. |
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