![]() The jagged lava rock field may be appealing for some to want to explore but it is important to not get off the trail. This is area is home to Maui’s newest lava flow that occurred around 250 years ago. ![]() When the road ends, you will arrive at gorgeous La Perouse Bay. Keep following Makena Road for a few more miles through the dry desert scrub brush landscape, dominated by the kiawe trees, and eventually the landscape changes to a wide expanse of dry, black jagged lava fields. Little Beach is a nice hidden beach for those who prefer their birthday suit over a bathing suit, but everyone is welcome! Pack away anything you may be carrying in your hands because you will need both hands for the trail in some places. For the sure footed adventurer, there is a short trail that will lead you over the cone and in just a few minutes, you will find Little Beach. On the North end of Big Beach is Pu`u Ola`i, a cinder cone created when Haleakalā erupted long ago. There are warning signs posted by the lifeguard at this beach so if you are definitely getting in the water here, it may be a good idea to stay close to the life guard station. There is a popular saying here: “when in doubt, don’t go out.” In most places on this beach, there is a steep slope so enter and exit the water carefully. Watch the waves, never turn your back to the ocean and if the swell is too big, stay out of the water. The water is beautiful here and there is some good snorkeling however, the shore break must be respected. At nearly a mile and a half long and about 100 feet wide, there is enough space for everyone. Big Beach is also called Oneloa Beach and is a large white sandy beach, perfect for an early morning beach run, catching some rays, playing a little beach volleyball or even building a sand castle. The popular beach duo, Big Beach & Little Beach are part of Makena State Park. Further South past the resort and golf communities of Wailea is a quieter, more rural area called Makena. It was a nice excursion, but value for money I would not choose it again.Visiting Makena is a must if you’re on Maui’s South shore. You have to stay 10 feet away from the turtles so when one was in the area everyone was really close together. ![]() About 150 people squished in a small area. I was not really impressed with turtle town either. Lunch was served on the way to turtle town and tasted great, but I could have just been really hungry. ![]() I didn’t think there was much variety in the fish and coral, but my husband and daughter saw a baby shark which was cool. For the safety of the passengers you only get to snorkel in your boats area. We arrived at the crater and several boats were already there. The food was good and the coffee was nice and strong(much needed after the early wake up) We were behind several large groups, but eventually found 5 seats close together on the top deck.īreakfast and lunch was provided for the trip. You board the boat and it is a free for all to get seats. Once we found our meeting location things got a little easier, but… You have to get an app or pay a the 1 kiosk. Additionally you have to pay for parking. There are several tours all leaving from the area and there are docks on both sides. It was a little hectic getting to meeting location. ![]()
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