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Hookipa
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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Hookipa Beach
Park is regarded as the single most famous
windsurfing pot in the world. It is a Mecca
to those who enjoy the sport. Seeing the
colorful sails mingling together among
gigantic surf is really something to behold.
Hookipa Beach is just a simple stretch of
beach, nothing overly special. But the fact
that you can watch the windsurfers and
regular surfers makes this a great spot.
There is a reef that sits exposed just
offshore where water flows between it and
the beach where you can wade around and cool
off. The beach is surrounded by cliffs that
make great viewing.
Obviously windsurfing and surfing are done
here. You can even kitesurf in an area
toward the NW of the main windsurf area.
Because of the constant surf and currents,
swimming, actually wading is only
recommended inside the protected reef area.
This is a great people watching beach too.
Amenities include bathrooms and showers.
There are a number of picnic benches to
enjoy you lunch while watching the action
also. |
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ACTIVITIES &
AMENITIES |
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Swimming: |
Yes |
Bathrooms: |
Yes |
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Snorkeling: |
No |
Picnic
Benches: |
Yes |
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Scuba
Diving: |
No |
Showers: |
Yes |
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Surfing: |
Yes |
BBQ
Pits: |
No |
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Windsurfing: |
Yes |
Water
Fountain: |
No |
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Kiteboarding: |
Yes |
Lifeguard: |
No |
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Bodyboarding: |
Yes |
Camping: |
No |
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DIRECTIONS |
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Take Hana Hwy. 36 to Paia. Drive about five minutes past
Paia town and you will see Hookipa on your left. You cant
miss it. Look for the sign. |
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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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