Permit
Black Sand Beach Maui Permit
You need a permit or advance reservation to visit Maui’s black sand beach. It is one of the most popular attractions in Maui, and a reservation system was put in place in 2021 to manage visitation.
The beach, officially known as Pailoa Beach, is located within Waianapanapa State Park, one of the state parks in Maui that requires reservations for out-of-state visitors. Reservations can be made here.
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A camping permit is required to camp in Waianapanapa State Park and advance reservations / lodging permits are required for cabin rentals.
Camping or lodging permits can be obtained here.
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