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Ho'okipa Beach Park

www.co.maui.hi.us
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(1.6K) · Park in Paia, United States
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Ho'okipa Beach Park is a popular destination located along the scenic Hana Highway in Paia, Hawaii. This beautiful park is known for its stunning …

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Mar 12, 2025
Awesome day. Surf was high. The turtles floating in the surf were terrific to watch. On the beach was a male munk seal along with st least 42 sea turtles.Full review by W3491HZcarolynd
Feb 27, 2025
Really fun opportunity to view basking turtles, as well as those coming up onto the beach and returning to the sea. A knowledgeable local pointed out the comings and going and artfully described “tur…Full review by sheryll a
Feb 17, 2025
Popular beach known as one of the premier wind surfing spots in the world. It's pretty cool to see these athletes in action but the real stars at the beach are the sea turtles that can be found sunba…Full review by TravelingSoccerLoon
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The first sight of Ho'okipa is likely to make a visitor pull the car over and stare. From the vantage point of the highway or the parking lo…
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Is it easy to park there and do you have to pay to park?
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There's a parking lot at the view point above the beach that had spaces (no charge) both times we visited (in March). There are spaces along the beach itself - but those spaces were full …
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There's a parking lot at the view point above the beach that had spaces (no charge) both times we visited (in March). There are spaces along the beach itself - but those spaces were full when we visited. It is a very short walk from the overlook lot to the beach.
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Answer by Hrothmir · Apr 14, 2024
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How big are the waves here
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Big and variable! Lots of locals surf and windsurf here. Not for the beginners!
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Best time of day to watch the surfers?
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Well, if you want the sun totally behind you I would get there between 10am and 1pm. That way the sun is shining on the waves and brightens things up a bit for photos.
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Answer by Michael B · Mar 25, 2022
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What are bathroom facilities like here? Are showers available? Is it toddler friendly?
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Sorry, we were there only briefly—just to see the green sea turtles so I did not use any of their restrooms or bathroom facilities.
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Great posts on turtles! Best time of day to see them?
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Hi, The volunteer who was there when we came told us that the best time to go and see turtles is around sunset.
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