Black-sand Hana Bay Beach on Maui

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Why Go
Hana Bay Beach is a black-sand beach located on the eastern shore of Maui, Hawaii. The beach is popular for swimming, picnics and outrigger canoing. Hana Bay has a large, black sand beach which is the result of lava eroding and washing into the ocean from a nearby stream. This area is well protected and is usually a very safe place to swim. It is the perfect spot for picnics and water activities such as outrigger canoe races. You can often see canoe clubs practicing this ancient Hawaiian sport in the late afternoon.

Beach Facilities
Hana Bay Beach on Maui has benches for picnics, restrooms and a snack bar. Or you can dine at nearby at Hana Ranch Restaurant in Hana.

How to Get There
Hana Bay Beach is located along Hana Highway in Hana.

Find out more about Hana and plan your vacation to Maui.

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