Hanakapi’iai Beach, Hawaii
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Jeff Kubina/Wikimedia Commons | God of War/Wikimedia Commons
Although Hanakapi’iai Beach is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii — which is saying something given the wealth of gorgeous beaches that the state is home to — locals are quick to tell visitors that it’s arguably the most dangerous as well. As that sign suggests, at least 82 people have drowned there.
According to Makana Charters, this is because of dangerously high tides during winter and incredibly powerful currents that are known to sweep people out to sea year-round. Although these currents are usually mitigated by coral reef barriers, Hanakapi’iai Beach doesn’t have any, which means that any unlucky swimmers experience those currents at full force.