• Introduction
• 1. Bowman's Beach
• 2. Carova Beach
• 3. Cumberland Island
• 4. Dry Tortugas
• 5. Enderts Beach
• 6. Kaihalulu
• 7. Orient Beach State Park
• 8. Point Bennett
• 9. Roque Bluffs
• 10. Sandbridge Beach

Kaihalulu

A hard-to-find location, dangerous surf, and a treacherous cliff-hugging path down to the shore make Kaihalulu, also known as Red Sand Beach, secluded indeed – and off limits to all but the most adventurous. South of Maui's Hana Bay on the far side of Ka'uiki Hill, this reddish Hawaiian cove – the product of an eroded volcanic cinder cone – is surrounded by tall black cliffs and lined with green ironwood trees. While the strong Pacific currents are somewhat tamed, thanks to a rocky lava seawall that acts as a natural barrier against the surf, swimming is still risky as the jagged rock wall can be as dangerous as it is protective. All the same, the striking sight of the stretch of red-and-black sand set against the turquoise-blue lagoon, and guarded by the black rock barrage, make the trip here worth it. Because of its seclusion, the beach is often clothing-optional. Come early in the morning for the utmost isolation.

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