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Black Sand Beach Maui, Waianapanapa State Park, Hana, Maui, HI

Directions

Black Sand Beach Maui Directions

The Black Sand Beach in Maui lies along one of the more dramatic Maui coastlines, on the Road to Hana, in the Wai’anapanapa State Park.

Many people combine a visit to this stunning Black Sand Beach in Maui with a scenic drive along the road to Hana and a visit to Kipahulu District of the Haleakala National Park.

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While you may take a guided tour, many drive on their own. Here are the driving directions to the Black Sand Beach Maui from key points on the island.

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Directions to Black Sand Beach Maui from Kahului

  • Distance: Approximately 53 miles
  • Time: Around 2-2.5 hours

Directions:

  1. Head east on Hana Highway (Hwy 36/360) from Kahului.
  2. Pass through Paia, stopping at Ho’okipa Beach Park if desired.
  3. Continue along Hana Highway, making scenic stops at Twin Falls, Garden of Eden Arboretum, and Ke’anae Peninsula.
  4. Follow the signs to Wai’anapanapa State Park near Hana.

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Black Sand Beach Maui Directions from Lahaina

  • Distance: Approximately 68 miles
  • Time: Around 3 hours

Directions:

  1. Drive south on Honoapiilani Highway (Hwy 30) from Lahaina.
  2. Merge onto Hana Highway (Hwy 36/360) in Kahului.
  3. Follow the detailed route from Kahului, enjoying stops like Paia, Twin Falls, and more.
  4. Continue to Wai’anapanapa State Park.

Black Sand Beach Maui Directions from Kihei

  • Distance: Approximately 64 miles
  • Time: Around 2.5-3 hours

Directions:

  1. Take Pi’ilani Highway (Hwy 31) north from Kihei.
  2. Merge onto Hana Highway (Hwy 36/360) in Kahului.
  3. Follow the scenic route from Kahului, passing through Paia and other key stops.
  4. Arrive at Wai’anapanapa State Park.

Directions to Black Sand Beach Maui from Hana

  • Distance: Approximately 3 miles
  • Time: About 10 minutes

Directions:

  1. Head north on Hana Highway (Hwy 360) from Hana.
  2. Look for signs to Wai’anapanapa State Park.
  3. Turn into the park and follow the access road to the black sand beach.

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