Shipwreck Beach

Shipwreck Beach has much to offer... if your a wind surfer, you will hope for a windy day, which can be often. However, if your a sightseer, you'll want a clear and calm day for your stroll on these scenic sands.

The "beach" at Shipwreck Beach varies widely. As you stroll along, the beach will change from narrow strips of sand to rocky outcroppings. So be prepared for climbing over rocks, getting your feet wet, or taking a detour through the trees.

One can find many various items on the shore of Shipwreck Beach. The preferred item to find along the shore are the rare, glass ball fishing floats.
A bow view of the famous Shipwreck on Lana`i. This concrete hulled oil tanker was built during W.W.II. then, scuttled in 1962.

The remains of many ships rest on these shores, however, only a couple ships remain (more or less) in one piece. This ship is indeed the largest remaining shipwreck. There is another concrete hulled ship, only a few miles north of here.    (photo by Ron Gingerich)

The views of Molokai and Maui are often spectacular from Shipwreck Beach

 More than just ships wash up along this coastline, you'll likely find many glass or plastic items from from ships all over the world. The preferred debris to find at Shipwreck Beach, are the rare, glass ball fishing floats, from Asia. Many people stroll this beach looking for the elusive glass fishing float.

Diving or Snorkeling on this stretch of beach is not recommended for beginners. The unpredictable winds and tides can make for very challenging conditions.

Where the windy conditions may make for poor diving, the very same conditions can be ideal for wind surfers. This stretch of ocean is considered by some, to be one of the best wind surfing spots in Hawaii.