LaPerouse Beach Sanctuary

Located in the 'Ahihi Kina'u Natural Area Reserve, this bay is a protected area. The entrance to the water is very rocky but the snorkeling can be excellent during calm seas.

This area is covered in rough lava from the last eruption of Haleakala in 1790. Several trails inland traverse the area. King's Highway, an ancient Hawaiian footpath, continues toward Cape Hanamanioa from the bay.

DIRECTIONS: Take Wailea Alauni Road south past the Maui Prince Hotel. The road becomes Makena Road and ends at La Perouse Bay Beach.

Useful Information:

-Some sand but mostly            rocky shoreline -Fair swimming -Good snorkeling and diving -No facilities -Unpaved, small parking         area -Hiking trails through the        lava flow inland -Seasonal high surf