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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/09/2021
The beach is unsigned, so if you're looking to visit, you should have navigation to the highwayside parking ahead of your visit.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/09/2021
The rough 4WD road down to the beach is short, and can probably be walked in about 3 minutes.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/09/2021
Shady shores at Punalau Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/09/2021
The sandy shores butt up against Maui's dramatic cliffs.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/09/2021
Punalau Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/09/2021
Punalau Beach.