

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Kumimi Beach, also known as Murphy's Beach or 20 Mile Beach, is a shore-accessible reef site on Molokai. This location is suitable for beginners and offers a shallow reef environment. Entry is made directly from the golden sand beach. Conditions vary, with mild currents and potential surf. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of hazards including sharp coral and strong currents. Water temperatures range from 24C to 27C throughout the year. Parking is available for visitors at this site.
21.10550, -156.74640
The road narrows significantly before and beyond the beach, so many visitors use this site as a turnaround point.
Located along East Kamehameha V Highway near mile marker 20. Parking is informal along the roadside shoulder.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
24-27°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners.
Yes, this site is rated for snorkelling.
Access is via a shore entry directly from the beach.
Hazards include sharp coral, strong currents, and surf.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Kumimi Beach (Murphy's Beach / 20 Mile Beach) in Kaunakakai. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Kumimi Beach (Murphy's Beach / 20 Mile Beach) in Kaunakakai are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Kumimi Beach (Murphy's Beach / 20 Mile Beach) in Kaunakakai typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.