Windmills Beach

Windmills Beach or Punalau Beach is the last sandy beach you'll find as you drive past Kapalua on hwy 30. Found near mile 34.6, the beach is located down a rough dirt road. Our suggestion is to park your car at the top of the road and walk down.

You'll find about 150 yards of beach here. It's white sand with a mixture of black, covered with coral and wood that's washed up on the beach. Behind the beach is a grove of trees that would make a good spot to camp. Camping we understand is not legal, but tolerated.

It's a good spot for surfing in the winter. The January day we were there the surf was too rough for swimming.

Windmills is considered a "local" beach. There's ample evidence of partying here. Our suggestion is to visit Windmills Beach on a weekday during the day and leave it to the locals on evenings and weekends.

What you'll Find:

• There are no services here
• Be cautious of the high surf during winter months
• No sun until mid morning