Papohaku Beach, Hawaii
Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.
Why Go
Papohaku Beach on West Molokai is one of the largest sandy beaches in Hawaii. Over three miles long, the beach is usually quite empty. Beach facilities include restrooms, showers, drinking water and picnic facilities. There are no lifeguards on duty and sometimes the waves are too big for swimming, especially in the winter.
Things to Do
Papohaku Beach offers swimming, snorkeling and diving.
How to Get There
Papohaku Beach is located along Kaluakoi Road on West Molokai, Hawaii. From Highway 460 turn right on Kaluakoi Road before you reach Maunaloa. Papohaku Beach is situated two miles past the Kaluakoi Resort entrance.
Annual Hula on the Beach
The Ka Hula Piko Festival is an annual hula event that takes place at Papohaku Beach Park every May. The festival features a free outdoor concert that lasts all day. The event attracts hula schools from all of Hawaii, comedians, food-sellers and Hawaiian musicians.
Camping on Papohaku Beach, Hawaii
Papohaku Beach Park offers a campsite with showers, restrooms and drinking water.
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