Maha'ulepu Beach is a popular beach on Kaua'i's South Shore, stretching two miles between Pao'o'o Point to Punahoa Point. The beach is divided into three separate sections, including Ha?ula Beach, Gillin's Beach, and Kawailoa Bay. Historic petroglyphs are showcased at Gillin's Beach, while important paleontological sites are scattered throughout the area, including extinct Kaua?i stilt owl fossils and the archaeologically significant Makauwahi Cave. Visitors to the beach area can snorkel and swim, though strong trade winds make water activities difficult for novice swimmers. Lava tubs, blow holes, and sandstone cliffs can be explored above and underneath the water, though visitors should be careful not to disturb natural land features and should not leave litter on the beach. The Maha?ulepu Beach Heritage Trail offers additional opportunities for beachfront exploration, including access to tide pools.
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