Molokai's Beaches
Unlike the other Hawaiian Isles, Molokai beaches are few and far between with the best ones being confined to the west side of the island.
The remainder of the shoreline is composed of sea cliffs and fish ponds. All of Molokai's beaches are open to the general public and a large number of them have facilities such as showers and toilets, some even have picnic and BBQ sites.
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West End Beaches
Papohahu Beach
Probably the most well known of all this island's beaches is Papohahu Beach. The white sand glows in the tropical sunlight and extends for 3 miles, thus making it one of the longest and also the widest beaches in Hawaii. Summer sees the water full with swimmers and the sandy shores covered with bronze bodies under multi-colored picnic umbrellas. Mornings are the best time to go - as the afternoons begin to settle in the winds begin to pick up and with all that sand it can become a little uncomfortable. Changing rooms, showers and restrooms are all on site for your convenience.
Kepuhi Beach
This is the beach that frames the Kaluakai Golf Course. Do not worry about overcrowding as this dune covered beach is nearly always quiet and is a great place for strolling along and lazing under the tropical sun. Swimming is an option but you should know that there are a few sharp lava rocks in the area and the rip tides in this area have been known to be quite fierce.so be careful!
Kawakiu Beach
Unlike the aforementioned beach this one (also near the Kaluakoi Resort) has more tranquil waters and a shore area that is more "swimmer friendly" and is a great place for the whole family to spend some quality time together. Why not even make up a picnic for the day. An added bonus is that toilet facilities are close at hand.
East End Beaches
Halawa Beach
A black sand beach found below the beautiful Halawa Valley that has its very own lagoon formed from where a freshwater stream meets the mighty Pacific. Visitors who insist on going swimming should stay where the waters are shallow i.e. relatively close to the shoreline. Winter sees a swell in the ocean and the waters become a lot more rougher, attracting surfers from all over the island who are looking for their next big wave. Beach facilities are fairly non-existent so it would be a good idea to have a well stocked ice-box.
Murphy Beach
This is a rags to riches story- Molokai style. Originally called Kumimi Beach this piece of shoreline was quite literally an absolute mess until the Molokai Jaycees had the vision to turn it into a thriving beach park. Today it is lined with magnificent palms, and the reef sheltered waters make a great place to swim. This coupled with the fact that the waters are also shallow, makes it ideal for the whole family.
Sandy Beach
Just off the main highway (450) near mile marker 20 you will find the island's most popular and safest swimming beach. No lava rocks, just golden sand and calm waters. What makes the waters so safe is the off shore reef that acts as a shield preventing any rip tides or strong currents forming. The one drawback is that there are no immediate facilities nearby.
Onealii Beach Kaunakakai
Of all the Molokai beaches, this is definitely the oldest! According to island history it was once reserved only for the Hawaiian chiefs - thank goodness things have changed! Today, this thin sliver of sand is open to everyone and is enjoyed by families throughout the island. If you look out to sea you can catch a glimpse of Lanai and Maui.
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