Kalama Beach Park

Kalama Beach Park is a large Kihei park across from South Kihei Road, with ocean views, surf lessons, skating, picnics, sports courts and sunset space.

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Kalama Beach Park, Maui

Kalama Beach Park on Maui's south shore doesn't have a sandy beach, but the spacious 36-acre beach park has plenty to keep the whole family active and entertained. Sports events, outdoor concerts and festivals often take place here. There's also a basketball and tennis court, an inline skating rink, a 20,000-foot skateboard park, a baseball and soccer field and a playground for children.

The beach park is a good spot for picnics. There are picnic tables, twelve pavilions, restrooms and showers. Swimming conditions are poor here because the nearshore ocean bottom is shallow and rocky, and the water is usually murky due to seaweed. In other words, this beach park is best for land-based activities.

Key Features

Large oceanfront park in Kihei along South Kihei Road, close to Cove Park and Kamaole I
More of a recreation park than a classic sandy swimming beach, with rocky shoreline areas nearby
Popular for surf lessons around the Cove, skating, basketball, volleyball, picnics and sunset walks
Skate park, playgrounds, sports courts and open grassy areas make it a community gathering place
Restrooms, showers, picnic areas and multiple parking areas are available in and around the park
Parking can fill during surf lesson times, sports events, weekends and sunset hours
The park is close to restaurants, shops, condos and South Kihei visitor services
Cove Park is nearby but separate, with the main beginner surf lesson water just north of Kalama
Good for families who want playgrounds, courts and picnic space close to the ocean
Bring sunscreen and water if spending time in the open park areas during the day

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Kalama Beach Park popular with Kihei residents?

Kalama has more than beach access. The park has courts, fields, picnic areas, a skate park, playgrounds and open gathering space, so it is a regular community park for sports, families and evening hangouts.

Is Kalama Beach Park the same as Cove Park?

No. Cove Park is the small surf lesson beach at the north end of the area, while Kalama Beach Park is the larger park beside South Kihei Road. Many visitors move between the two during the same visit.

Is Kalama Beach Park good for swimming?

No, not compared with the main sandy Kihei beaches. The shoreline is rocky and the park is better known for recreation, surf lessons nearby, walking, skating, sports and sunset views.

What can kids do at Kalama Beach Park?

Kids can use the playgrounds, open grassy areas, courts and skate park, depending on age and supervision. The park is a popular family stop because it has more land-based activities than many small beach parks.

Is Kalama Beach Park good at sunset?

Yes. The park faces west across South Maui, with open space for an evening walk, picnic or sunset view. Parking can be tighter late in the day, especially near the Cove and restaurant areas.