Molokai Beaches
Jellyfish Schedule
Jellyfish can be an event you’ll want your clients to be aware of in Hawaii. They may never experience one and even during high probability, it may not happen on every beach, so it’s nothing to make them afraid, but more so to mention to be informed. They typically appear 8 to 10 days after the full moon, and usually found in shallow waters, particularly in bays, and over sandy-bottomed shorelines. You can find the jellyfish schedule HERE
South Shore
One Ali'i Park
This is a very popular beach near Hotel Molokai and has restrooms.
Kakahai'a Park
A narrow, roadside sand beach and is not suitable for swimming or snorkeling because the ocean bottom is rocky, shallow and the water generally murky. Birdwatching is popular here.
West Shore
Kapukahehu Beach
Also known as Dixie Maru Beach, which is a sheltered cove with protected waters that make it a popular swimming spot for families and locals. High surf can bring strong currents so be cautious.
Kaupoa Beach
This beach is made up of two beaches shaped like crescent moons with white sands, crystal clear waters and dark lava rocks. Swimming and snorkeling conditions are excellent here in the summer. Conditions get quite rough during the winter months.
Kawakiu Beach
Secluded white sand beach that is partially sheltered from the winds. Safe for swimming.
Kepuhi Beach
Long and wide sandy beach. On the southern end of the beach is Kaiaka Rock, which was once the location of a heiau (Hawaiian temple). Non Swimmable Beach.
Papohaku Beach Park
This is one of the largest white-sand beaches in all of the Hawaiian islands. Great swimming beach but use caution when high surf can bring strong currents. No Lifeguards but does have restrooms.
Po‘Olau Beach
A small sandy cove. Ocean bottom is covered by lava rocks, so it’s more suitable for a peaceful picnic rather than for swimming.
North Shore
Mo‘Omomi Beach
This beach has one of the most impressive sand dunes in Hawaii. The entire area is part of the Mo’omomi Preserve, which is managed by the Nature Conservancy of Hawaii. The conservancy offers regular hiking tours into the area. Call 808-553-5236 for more information. Reservations are required, but there is no fee.
East Shore
Kawili Beach
Secluded Bay. Beach is good for swimming on a calm day. Restrooms available.
Halawa Park
Swimmable beach but currents/water can be rough in the winter months. There’s also a marked trail leading to Hipuapua Falls
Sandy Beach
A small roadside pocket of sand and one of the best swimming beaches on the island. The nearshore ocean bottom is deeper here than on many other Molokai beaches, so it’s easier to enter the water without having to walk on reef and rocks.