I'm planning a trip to Maui for next June. Can anyone tell me about Red Sand Beach?

Answer 1

here's a link....Have fun in Maui...http://www.hawaiiweb.com/maui/beaches/KaihaluluRedSandBeach.htm and ahttp://www.hawaiishrine.com/0003jpg.htmnother and http://www.discoveringhawaii.com/SF_SecretBeaches/SbMARedsands.html Hawaii also has black sand beaches and green sand beaches as well. here's a link on that http://www.sease.com/regina/hawaiibeaches.html

Answer 2

Daniel nails it.

This is what I will add. There are two roads to Hana. The more popular route is Hana Highway from Kahului through Pa'ia, past Ha'iku and you come upon Twin Falls which is the first waterfall on the "Road to Hana". After Twin Falls the road begins to wind and meander. You'll cross numerous quaint and narrow 'old style' bridges. Caution must be taken as you approach each bridge to look for oncoming vehicles. If you have a picnic in mind then stop at Mana Foods in Pa'ia - probably the best organic market on Maui.

The second route 'begins' where Hana Highway and Haleaka'la Highway intersect. You'll travel through Pukalani on your way up to Kula. The view from Kula is spectacular - overlooks the 'Valley' (hence Valley Isle). Most of the local produce is grown in Kula. After Kula you'll come upon 'Ulupalakua. Maui's only winery is here. My palate favors Rhone Valley or Central CA coast if you get my drift. But the tasting is fun and worth the stop. 'Ulupalakua Ranch Store is the place for food on this route. Along the next stretch are views of LePerouse Bay (one of my favorite places) and the ocean to the south. The road is wide open and very isolated - a feeling of what Maui was decades ago. You will see few others as you drive to Kaihalulu. You won't have to drive around and through Hana if you want to go directly to Red Sand Beach.

If you can't decide which you want then just do the loop. Pick one first and the other on the way back. I prefer the second route - fewer people.

Answer 3

When I am in Maui, I haven't gone out to Hana, but I hear it's great.

From one of the books;
"The trail forked in three,and we took the easiest route down toward shore; the trail closest to the fence appeared the safest. We experienced slippery walking conditions due to mud, so we watched each step carefully. The trail is quite precipitous as it rounds the point towards Red Sand Beach, but we found courage in the knowledge that Hillary Clinton, along with her elderly mother, made the same hike[...]The only difference was, secret service agents went on ahead to ask people on the beach if they'd mind putting their bathing suits back on [when] the First lady was present. Red Sand Beach attracts nude sunbathers, due to it's extreme isolation, and snorkelers, because of the clarity of the water. The contrast of the brilliant turquoise and aquamarine-colored sea, set against the bright red sands, is very unique and quite beautiful. The beash itself is protected somewhat from the wild open ocean by an offshore reef that forms a natural sea wall and shields the bay from incoming waves. Swim only within this barrier."

Answer 4

Located on the far side of Ka'uiki Hill south of Hana Bay is Kaihalulu, better known as Red Sand Beach. The sand gets its red-black color from the crumbling cindercone hill that surrounds the bay. Swimming is poor except when the ocean is very calm. The path to the beach is slippery due to the crumbling cinder and pine needles from the ironwood trees. But the view of the red sand against the blue sea bracketed by the green ironwood trees and a rocky lava sea wall is unmatched! This beach is very isolated and nude sunbathers sometimes visit the area.
Services and Amenities
No lifeguard
No facilities
Red sand beach
Swimming, snorkeling, diving
Do not swim beyond the lava sea wall due to strong currents
The path to the beach is very slippery - use extreme caution
Seasonal high surf

Cautions:
Always monitor ocean conditions closely. Strong currents and heavy surf may be possible. The trail to the beach is very slippery - use extreme caution. Obey all signs, warmings and postings.