Pāpōhaku Beach

What: One of Hawaiʻi’s largest white sand beaches
Where: From Maunaloa town, take Kaluakoʻi Road to the western coast

Visit Pāpōhaku Beach (also known as Three Mile Beach) and discover three miles of soft-sands uninterrupted down Molokaʻi's west end. One of Hawaiʻi's largest white sand beaches at about 100 yards wide, there's plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the “Friendly Island” ambience.

Here you'll find campsites, indoor and outdoor showers, as well as picnic and restroom facilities. What you won't find is a lot of foot traffic. There's ample space to enjoy a beautiful view of Oʻahu. Over the Kaiwi Channel, just past Lēʻahi (Lēʻahi Head), is Waikīkī, which actually took sand from Pāpōhaku years ago to help build up its own shores.

Please note: Hawaiʻi's ocean and beach conditions are as unique as the islands themselves. For up-to-date information on the surf, wind, and reports from public safety officials that directly affect the conditions for safety of Hawaiian beaches visit HIOCEANSAFETY.COM. Definitions for the hazard signs are on the site as well to quickly assess conditions and help you find the appropriate beach for your visit. Please be aware when there are no lifeguards on duty and first responder access can be distant. During summer months higher surf can be found on southern shores and winter months bring high surf to most northern and western shores.