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Little
Makena 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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Little Beach
is the only unofficial clothing optional
beach on Maui. It’s located right next to
Big Beach in Makena. At only one-eights of a
mile long, Little Beach is one of the most
crowded beaches on Maui. So if you ever
thought about trying nude sunbathing, this
is the place to go. (Public nudity is
illegal in Hawaii, but very little
enforcement of this law is done at this
beach, and many people who sunbathe on
Little Beach do so without clothes. But if
you want to keep your swimsuit on, it is ok
too.)
Little Beach is situated in a secluded cove
between lava rocks. It is also known as Puu
Olai Beach, named after the lava outcropping
over which you’ll have to hike to get to the
beach. Little Beach is a great swimming
beach with a shallow sandy bottom. There’s
almost always a gentle shore break present
that attracts body boarders and surfers. On
calm days, the snorkeling conditions are
excellent.
The views are also very nice here. The
neighbor island of Kahoolawe is visible on
the horizon, as is the smaller island of
Molokini, a world-class snorkel and diving
destination. There is a trail right behind
Little Beach where you can have a nice beach
stroll. |
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ACTIVITIES &
AMENITIES |
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Swimming: |
Yes |
Bathrooms: |
No |
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Snorkeling: |
Yes |
Picnic
Benches: |
No |
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Scuba
Diving: |
No |
Showers: |
No |
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Surfing: |
No |
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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As you enter Kihei, take Piilani Hwy. 31 till you get to
Wailea, go down the hill and turn left at the light. Go
through Wailea to Makena. About two miles past the Makena
Prince Hotel you will see the entrances and parking areas
for Makena Beach (The first entrance, a dirt road, is Oneuli
beach, the black sand beach). Walk onto Makena beach, turn
to your right and walk to the tall lava wall at the end of
the beach. Climb the trail up and over to Little beach. |
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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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