These are all deep water solo routes. The climbs are shaded until early afternoon. This is sharp volcanic lava rock. The rock quality varies from solid to not so solid rock. The climbs are secluded (aka the Backside). The top has loose gravel, but is relatively flat like a platform. The platform is probably 40 square feet or so. On the edge there are small lava boulders sticking up.
Recommended to hike over from Kaanapali beach. Hike past the signs on the black rock that specifically tell you NOT to hike/climb there. This will place you over the Black Rock Cove/Beach. Traverse on the black rock over to the small white sand beach. Looking at the hotel you will see a small gate. Climb over the gate onto the hotel grass. Continue on the grass up the coast for 100 yards. There will be shrubbery on the fence. Once the shrubbery ends you will see a blue/green gate. Climb over the gate onto the sloppy cliff. Back track on a slim edge walkway for about 10 feet. This places you above the rock climbs. You can cliff jump off to access climbs. They are roughly 30 feet high. If you don't feel like hiking you can swim over from Kaanapali beach. If you don't feel like going onto Hotel property you can hike over to Black Rock Beach and traverse over into the climbs.
Small Town, USA
It's really fun and really sharp, bring your shoes! Choose your own line, anywhere from 5.3 to 5.impossible
Make sure there are no turtles directly below you when you jump off, don't be surprised when crabs crawl out of the holds, and try to avoid the large spiders :) Jul 29, 2017
Besides that great spot, long DWS routes compared the other small spots I've been to! Dec 22, 2025