Kapalua Bay — public beach access
Launch Type
Skill Level
Surface / Access
Hand carry across sand to the water; beach width and footing change with tide.
Allowed Craft
Small sandy bay with equipment activity and a public beach approach.
Fees
Current hand-launch and parking fees not published in the cited source; check signs before unloading.
Parking Info
Use designated public parking. Keep driveways, emergency access and boat-trailer stalls clear.
Managing Agency
County of Maui public beach access; adjoining resort facilities may be private.
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Drinking water not confirmed; bring your own.
Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.
Dedicated boat wash not confirmed; bring a small rinse supply.
No camping authorization established; use only a separately permitted campground.
Choose a short route suited to conditions and allow time for the return. Do not assume a beach landing gives access across private land.
Reef and snorkeling crowds, shorebreak and winter swell entering the bay.
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Address
Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii (see written directions)
City
Kapalua — Maui
County / Region
Maui
State / Country
Hawaii, United States
Coordinates
20.999506, -156.667356
Follow Lower Honoapiʻilani Road to the signed public beach parking by Kapalua Bay. Use the beach-access path to the sand, keeping resort and restaurant loading areas clear. Look for the designated paddle entry before launching among swimmers.
Phone
No site-specific public phone verified; use the managing agency website.
Hours / Season
Plan a daylight visit. Confirm posted gate hours and same-day closures before traveling.
Rentals / Marina
Beach watersports activity reported; verify present rental hours and launching instructions.
Accessibility
No adaptive launch verified. Sand, slope or uneven footing may require carrying assistance.
