Also called Barking Sands Beach, this is the last section of Hawaii's biggest and perhaps most majestic beach, one that stretches for over 12 miles. Unfortunately a military base occupies over 7 miles of the beach. A terrible dirt road services the remote park. Strong currents at Polihale make for dangerous swimming conditions, although the queen's pond area (depicted in photos but not visible due to high winter surf) offers a tide pool to play in when the ocean co-operates. Preparations are required for a day trip to this hot region. Pack plenty of food and a huge beach umbrella if possible. The name barking sands is said to come either from the sound the hot sand makes as you walk over it, or the sound of the waves hitting the shore. Note the location of the beach icon on our interactive maps which marks the location of the queens pond and the best area of the beach. Upon reaching the sand dunes the road splits right and left. Turn left and find parking. Continuing right takes one to official park area at the beginning of the Napali coast..
Polihale Beach Panoramic Pictures
