Kaanapali Beach
Kaanapali Beach is a broad, sandy resort shoreline on northwest Maui known for vacation resorts, snorkeling, and lively sunset views.
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Geography
| Address | Kaanapali Beach, Lahaina, HI 96761, USAHonoapiilani Hwy |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Oceania |
| Subregion | Hawaii Island chain |
| Country | United States |
| State | Hawaii |
| County | Maui County |
| District | Lahaina District |
| City | Lahaina |
| Neighborhood | Kaanapali Beach |
| Postal Code | 96751 |
| Timezone | PacificHonolulu |
| Latitude | 20.9598 |
| Longitude | -156.6956 |
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4:15 PM LOCAL TIMEKaanapali Beach is a nearly 3-mile stretch of soft white sand along northwestern Maui, anchored by the Whalers Village shopping and dining complex and lined with major resort hotels. The beach offers calm, clear waters protected by a shallow reef—ideal for snorkeling and beginner-friendly swimming—and is a popular spot for sunbathing, beach volleyball, and paddleboarding. Beyond the sand, you'll find tropical resort amenities, oceanfront luaus, and easy access to seaside walking paths and weeknight fire dances. While lively and heavily developed, quieter patches of sand and early mornings provide space for more solitude—making Kaanapali a versatile base for island exploration and beachfront relaxation.
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