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Maui Beach Locations

We can come to your hotel/resort or meet you at one of these beautiful, beach locations.

Where are the best locations for photos in Maui? The Beach! With the sand in your toes, tropical backdrops and a sunset like no other,ย Beach Family Photosย andย Beach Engagement Photosย are sure to truly stand out. In addition, Mauiโ€™s beaches are great photo session locations for maternity, graduating seniors and of course, weddings. We serve Mauiโ€™s West and Southโ€™s sides.

We can’t wait to share our favorite beaches with you to
remember your Maui vacation for years to come!


West Maui Locations

Lahaina, Kaanapali, Napili, Kapalua
*Please note professional photography is NOT allowed on Ka’anapali Beach*

Kapalua Bay

Kapalua bay is located 7 miles north of Ka’anapali.

  • Merriman’s restaurant sits here
  • A light sand, crescent shaped beach with lava rocks 
  • View of the sun setting over the water
  • View of the other islands
  • Beach parking lot with overflow parking across the street
  • Public restrooms.  
  • Foot showers 
  • Recommended for sunset sessions

Ironwoods/Oneola Beach

Ironwoods beach is located 7.5 miles north of Ka’anapali

  • A long stretch of unpopulated beach, with light sand, lava rocks and dramatic cliffs
  • View of other islands
  • The sun does not set over the water here, but you still get some nice color in the sky (weather permitting) 
  • May be windier than other locations  
  • Small beach parking lot (arrive early) and several stairs 
  • No restrooms  
  • Foot showers
  • Recommended for sunset sessions

DT Flemming Beach

Dt Flemming Beach sits in front of the Ritz Carlton in Kapalua, 8 miles north of Ka’anapali

  • A long, wide stretch of beach with tall trees. 
  • Good for large groups with plenty of room to spread out
  • Black rocks at the edge
  • The sun does not set over the water here, but you still get some nice color in the sky (weather permitting)
  • Lifeguard tower
  • Beach parking lot
  • Restrooms and foot showers
  • Recommended for morning sessions and sunset sessions

South Maui Locations

Kihei, Wailea
*Please note professional photography is NOT allowed on Big Beach at Makena State Park*

Po’olenalena Beach Park

Po’olenalena Beach is located 2 miles south of the Grand Wailea

  • A long stretch of unpopulated beach; there are no resorts here
  • Lava rocks and palm trees 
  • View of the sun setting over the water
  • View of other islands    
  • Beach Parking lot 
  • Porta Potty’s   
  • No foot showers 
  • Recommended for morning and sunset sessions

Makena Cove | aka Secret’s Beach

Makena Cove is located 4.5 miles south of the Grand Wailea Resort

  • Very beautiful, but, SMALL crescent shaped beach
  • Palm trees and big lava rock formations 
  • It’s a small area, so best for couples and small families. It’s not uncommon for 2-3 photoshoots to be happening during sunset. 
  • Street parking only 
  • No restrooms or showers