Little Beach Makena
Visitors praise Little Beach for its beautiful setting, warm water, and relaxing atmosphere, with some enjoying the waves for body surfing and others recommending the sunsets. However, some found the walk down to the beach rocky and difficult, and the atmosphere unwelcoming, with a lack of facilities or shade. Opinions on the nudity vary, with some noting it depends on the day and time.
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Best beach in Maui IMO. The waves are great for intermediate body surfers/swimmers and the vibe of the beach is very friendly. The climb from big beach to little beach is easy for the able bodied person. For first timers, the nudity varies by the day and by time. 85% topless/nude at the peak around noon to about 5-10% by sunset. On Sundays the topless/nude % is lower. Bring sunscreen, an umbrella, water, and an open mind. Leave your bathing suit and that judgy attitude at home/ the hotel.
Love going nude on the beach
I heard this was a beautiful spot, but my visit was honestly uncomfortable and disappointing. The walk down to the shore is pretty rocky and difficult to navigate, and when I finally arrived, the atmosphere felt really unwelcoming and tense. There are no facilities or shade at all, so you are just stuck out there in the heat with no way to rinse off or find any comfort. To make matters worse, the etiquette from other people there was just bizarre and made it feel like a very strange place to be. I didn't stay long at all and definitely regret making the trek out there when there are so many much nicer and more pleasant beaches to enjoy nearby.
Nice isolated beach with nearby trails that lead to some amazing views. Sunsets highly recommended!
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Last updated on 29 August 2026