Venus Pool
Hana, Hawaii
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Waikoa Pond, or Venus Pool, in southeast Maui, is a naturally formed swimming pool in an incredibly beautiful setting next to the ocean. The pool, in between Hana and Oheo Gulch Pools, is one of a series of waterfalls and pools. Local lore says that in ancient Hawaii only royalty were allowed to use this exquisite site.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Hana, Hawaii
- Head northwest on Noenoe Pl toward Kauiki St (469 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Kauiki St (341 ft)
- Turn left onto HI-360Destination will be on the left(3.9 mi)
Park at mile marker 48 on Hana Highway before the bridge.
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