Location

La Perouse is 10-15 minutes south of Makena Beach, through the lava field till you reach the stone memorial. Turn right and park in the area at the end.

Information & History

Jean-François de Galoup, Comte de La Pérouse (August 23, 1741-1788) was a French explorer and naval officer. La Perouse mapped the west coast of North America in 1786, and he visited Easter Island and the Sandwich Islands (Hawaii). He was lost at sea while searching for the Solomon Islands (after reaching Australia's Botany Bay).

La Perouse was the first French explorer to visit Hawaii (he sailed to Hawaii two times - first in 1786 and then after the last eruption of Haleakala in 1788). La Perouse Bay in South Maui, Hawaii, is named for him

There is great snorkeling and scuba diving at this location.

Links:

Maui Map

South  Maui Museums & Landmarks

South Maui Beaches

South Maui Hiking & Camping

South Maui Snorkeling & Scuba Diving

South Maui Watersports