Mākena Landing Park

Mākena Bay• Mākena — Maui• Maui• Hawaii
Key Information

Launch Type

Soft launch / beach

Skill Level

Intermediate

Surface / Access

Hand carry across sand to the water; beach width and footing change with tide.

Allowed Craft

Kayak
Canoe
SUP
Description

Established kayak beach in a small cove with a short carry and public facilities.

Fees & Access

Fees

Current hand-launch and parking fees not published in the cited source; check signs before unloading.

Parking Info

Small public lot; arrive early and use only lawful overflow spaces.

Managing Agency

County of Maui public beach access; adjoining resort facilities may be private.

Amenities
Restrooms

Yes — public restrooms listed.

Showers

Yes — showers listed.

Picnic tables

Not confirmed in the cited sources.

Water available

Drinking water not confirmed; bring your own.

Lighting

Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.

Boat wash

Dedicated boat wash not confirmed; bring a small rinse supply.

Camping

No camping authorization established; use only a separately permitted campground.

Additional Notes

Choose a short route suited to conditions and allow time for the return. Do not assume a beach landing gives access across private land.

Hazards & Conditions

Tour groups, snorkelers, turtles, rocks and shorebreak. South/west swell and afternoon wind can make the return difficult.

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Location

Address

Mākena, Maui, Hawaii (see written directions)

City

Mākena — Maui

County / Region

Maui

State / Country

Hawaii, United States

Coordinates

20.654179, -156.441557

Directions

Drive south through Wailea on Wailea Alanui, continue to Mākena Road and follow the signed Mākena Landing turn. Use the small public lot and carry to the sandy cove next to the former landing. Keep the road and any loading space clear.

Access & Contact

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

Kayak tour/rental activity documented; book equipment separately.

Accessibility

No adaptive launch verified. Sand, slope or uneven footing may require carrying assistance.

Map
Marker
Leaflet Tiles © Esri — Esri, HERE, Garmin, USGS, OpenStreetMap contributors

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