Ho‘Okipa Beach Park

Hookipa is a popular attraction for two reasons: surfers and sea turtles. This big-wave spot draws expert surfers from around the world, and it’s really a sight to see. You can park on the upper lot to see the surfers from above and catch a great view of West Maui in the distance.

Then head down to the lower parking area to check out the sea turtles. There are often a dozen or more Hawaiian green sea turtles on the right-hand side of the beach.

Ho’okipa isn’t typically a great swimming spot – the water here is pretty rough, and it can get windy. But on beautiful days, you’ll find kids playing in the tidepools along the shoreline.

We think a visit here is one of the best things to do on Maui.

Beautiful spot to watch the sunset, the sunrise, the surfers. Pretty much anything because the view here is incredible.

Beautiful spot to watch the sunrise! Adorable cows to the right and down below is hardened lava to walk on. At sunset, the sea turtles (don’t touch) all come over to snooze! Saw about 30 of them!