Hamoa Beach

This review is based on our overall experience with all the beaches we’ve been to. We’re Florida beaches kind of fans as there is just no comparison. This beach was ok. They at least had relatively clean porta potties. The waves were strong but there were a few people swimming. The trees are nice but they shed all this junk that takes away from the beauty of the place. Black sand is different but not as nice as white sand. People are pretty good about not leaving trash everywhere too which is wonderful.

If you took the turn for Koki Beach you're on your way to Hamoa Beach. It is another popular beach due to being sheltered, having shade areas set back from the beach itself, and a restroom. The parking is along the main road overlooking the bay. It is limited and the locals don't like being blocked in. There is a sign asking you not to disturb the rock piles as they mark indigenous graves. We didn't see any, but there was a friendly orange cat guarding the stairway.

BEWARE of the drive to get here! Beautiful beach! Lots to see and do. I was fortunate enough to go at an hour with less people. Warm water. Clear. Clean. Just be very cautious about driving yourself (in your car rental) bc it's a very long and winding road. Literally only one car can fit in some spots - there's a steep cliff on one side and a jagged volcanic rock wall on the other. Lots of blind turns. Also, the locals know the roads well so they drive FAST! They will seriously tailgate you until you let them pass. Nothing wrong with that, but beware. ALSO - I HAD NO CELL SIGNAL FOR MOST OF THE DRIVE! IF SOMETHING HAPPENS - YOURE SOL! The sun was setting so I trekked around the other way as to avoid that crazy road in complete darkness potentially damaging the car rental.

One of the best beaches on the island, wavy, but safe. When snorkeling, there was absolutely NOTHING in the water. Clear, warm, not too deep, waist height when pretty far in. Parking is on the side and you enter via steps going down.

Love Hamoa so much! You gotta pay attention to the waves but is to beautiful and even when there a lot of people present it still feels quaint. Thank goodness they added some restroom facilities. Parking can be tight but totally worth it.

One of the most beautiful beaches in all of Hawaii. A mix of locals and visitors. I especially enjoyed watching the young teens surf on a Sunday with such joy and athleticism! There is shade if you need it. Porta potties (better than nothing!) While you are there please leave the beach better than you found it-pick up trash and the bits of micro plastic that comes in on the tide. If we all pitch in the beach will be pristine!! Parking is on the road above, then an easy path down to the sand.

Beautiful and smooth beach popular with locals and tourists. Seems very good for families with children, as it has moderate waves and is somewhat protected from the sea. Parking is on the road above the beach, and access is via a path down from the road. Porta potties help keep the area clean.

Nice beach and the water seemed very calm here. We didn't stay long as we had the road back to take from Hana and didn't want to do it in the dark.