Information

Napili beach is a large crescent of fine white sand with a flat shelf that slopes rather steeply toward the ocean. That slope continues into the crystal blue water, leading to a rather strong rip current and shorebreaks that draw bodyboarders during the winter months. All other times of the year, however, the water here is ideal for swimmers. Snorkeling is decent on the left-hand side of the beach, but not of a caliber to draw people here for that purpose. Napili Bay Beach is often overlooked in favor of its neighbor, Kapalua Beach, yet it offers many of the same perks without the density of beachgoers.

Directions

Drive on Honoapiilani Hwy. 30. past Lahaina, Kaanapali, to Napili. Take a left at the light on Napilihou St. Drive to the bottom and take a right on Lower Honoapiilani Highway. Continue north to  Hui St., turn left and you will see the public access.

Activities

Snorkeling: Yes
Scuba Diving: Yes
Surfing: No
Windsurfing: No
Kiteboarding: No
Bodysurfing: Yes
Bathrooms: No
Picnic Benches: No


NOTE: While it is possible to surf, windsurf, kiteboard and bodysurf at ANY beach with wind or waves, my advice is based upon the beach being a RECOGNIZED or KNOWN beach for these activities.


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