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MAUI · WATER QUALITY GUIDE · 2026

Beaches Along Road to Hana

Road to Hana, East Maui — ranked by water quality and bacteria risk

Drive times and water quality risk levels for beaches near Road to Hana, East Maui. Risk ratings are based on long-term DOH bacteria testing data and geography. Always check current Maui advisories before swimming — conditions change after rain.
Nearby Beaches — Ranked by Proximity
Last easy beach before the road
Start of drive
North Shore
Volcanic black sand, dramatic caves
Near Hana
East coast
Often called Maui's most beautiful
Past Hana
Southeast
Koki Beach (mile 51) Moderate ●
Red sand cliffs, strong currents
Past Hana
Southeast
Red Sand Beach (Kaihalulu) Low ●
Hidden cove, difficult access trail
In Hana town
Southeast
If Brown Water Is Active

After heavy rain, bacteria levels spike at beaches near streams and river mouths. If a brown water advisory is active near Road to Hana, East Maui:

  • Wait 72 hours after rain stops before entering the water
  • Avoid brown or murky water regardless of whether an advisory is posted
  • Best rain-resistant option: Hamoa Beach (mile 52) (Southeast) — generally clearer after rain due to geography
  • Check the Maui live advisories page for current conditions
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⚠️ Important Disclaimer

Safe to Swim Hawaii is an independent passion project — not affiliated with the Hawaii Department of Health or any government agency. Water quality ratings are estimates based on publicly available testing data and geographic analysis. They are not real-time measurements and may not reflect current conditions.

Always verify current water quality conditions with the Hawaii DOH Clean Water Branch before entering the water.

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