North Shore beaches

Ho'okipa Beach:

Hookipa is a white sand beach. It is know as one of the best windsurfing spots in the world. Ho'okipa holds many professional contests each year. It also is a popular surfing spot.

Directions from the house: Take Hana Hwy. 36 in the direction of Hana (left at the stop sign), drive 1/2 mile and look for the lookout entrance on your left.  You can park your car at the very top and enjoy the view then drive down and park your car by the pavilion.  If you go to the very right on the sand, right by the cliff, that area of the beach will allow you to get in and out the water.  It is the safest area for swimmers.

Paia Bay Beach:

Paia Bay Beach is a nice beach that is popular with the locals. You will find fishermen, surfers, and sunbathers.

Directions from the house: Take Hana Hwy. 36 to Paia (right at the stop sign). Paia Bay beach is on the right after Paia town. You will see the park and the skateboard ramps.

Baldwin Beach:

Baldwin is a long, very white beach that is not very crowded. you can always find yourself a nice spot all by yourself.

Directions from the house: Take Hana Hwy. 36 to Paia (right at the stop sign). Baldwin Beach is about a mile after you drive through town on the right.  Look for the beach park sign and the very tall and skiny coconut trees.