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kimmielou
Portland, OR170 contributions
Mar 2023
Nice clean beach. Long reef and rocky so you have to be careful not to step on any coral--know what you are doing. Mostly shallow.
Written 17 March 2023
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Christy G
13 contributions
Feb 2023
Only place to snorkel really on the island. Don't go unless it's high tide. The water here is very shallow and you are more likely to scrape along the bottom damaging reef before then.
Written 20 February 2023
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Jason T
Ottawa, Canada29 contributions
Dec 2022
Great beach, but water shoes recommend. The water is almost completely covered in coral and is only 2-3’ deep quite far out. Once you get out a bit you can snorkel and see some fish but it is still very shallow. Wish I could have spent longer there.
Written 28 December 2022
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Robert H
Tacoma, WA66 contributions
Dec 2021 • Friends
This is a wonderful beach to go to where there are not too many people especially during the week. You are able to relax and enjoy your time without having a backed loud beach
Written 16 July 2022
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kyzrdg
Millville, Ca127 contributions
Feb 2022
Murphys Beach is also referred to as 20 mile beach, as it sits at the 20 mile marker on the road. Beach area is protected by the fringe reef so there is no big surf here. There is shade, sand is nice, and it’s really easy to park right up next to where you want to sit. This is not a beach to boogie board, swim, or surf. Very shallow with rocks and coral. Generally ther is enough sand in the water to get out about thigh deep and take a dip to cool off. Surprisingly there are few people here as it’s one of the easier beaches to access on Molokai. Water clarity is clear and if you are okay with coral and rocks 12-13 “ under you while snorkeling, it’s fair. Most people say snorkeling in the wintertime on Molokai isn’t very good because of the winter swell and I totally agree.
Written 16 March 2022
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jokerji
Ann Arbor, MI735 contributions
Jan 2022
Decent beach and not very crowded. Good to stop and take several photos. Easy parking and to have a good picnic time around the island..
Written 18 January 2022
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Piero C
Annapolis, MD527 contributions
Mar 2021 • Solo
“Twenty-mile beach is a local hang on the way out to Halawa Valley, with a nice spread of sand and some decent coral in spots. But the water is murky cause of heavy wave action and agricultural run off, so the snorkeling cannot be compared even to Maui’s. It is a nice place to relax and take a dip, but you won’t have it to yourself.
Written 16 March 2021
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nerissa21
New York City, NY79 contributions
Jan 2021 • Couples
I recommend going at high tide for the snorkeling, as the corals are in really shallow water. Nice scenic spot for a dip, or picnic. You can see Lanai and Maui from here
Written 7 January 2021
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Pepper
Seattle, WA1,734 contributions
Dec 2020
There was no one there when we were there. This is an island that is untouristed for the most part- and since it was during Covid 19 we basically owned every beach we went too. Nice sand and unpopulated for us.
Written 19 December 2020
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Cathy Sandiego W
Hackensack, NJ86 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Also known as Mile Marker 20 Beach on the east side, this is really the only safe place to snorkel in the winter on Moloka'i. Make sure to bring your own gear, as I didn't notice any place to rent snorkels or fins. There is an area protected by rocks on the east end of the beach-- That's where we saw the most coral and fish. When I tried to venture towards the center, the water got choppier and fish were fewer. We saw a fair amount of people here, but it wasn't crowded, which was nice. No lifeguard, so always be careful.
Written 16 March 2020
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Stafford-Ames M
5 contributions
Far end with the coconut trees is known as Morse Point, named after my dad who were friends of the Murphy clan.
First white child born on Molokai
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Frequently Asked Questions about Murphy's Beach
- Hotels near Murphy's Beach:
- (2.94 km) Hotel Moloka'i
- (2.15 km) The Ultimate Oceanfront Penthouse
- (2.11 km) Castle Molokai Shores
- (2.10 km) Modern Hawaii Style w/Kitchen, WiFi, Lanai–#205
- (2.10 km) Bright Ocean View w/Lanai, Cable-TV, and WiFi–#220
- Restaurants near Murphy's Beach:
- (0.01 km) Molokai Pizza Cafe
- (0.02 km) Molokai Burger
- (0.13 km) Paddlers Restaurant and Bar
- (0.14 km) Ono Fish & Shrimp Food Truck
- (0.23 km) Kanemitsu Bakery