Maui's most family friendly beaches are found in South Maui, and the hardest part about being a beachgoer in South Maui is choosing from the myriad possibilities fringing the coast. Nestled on Maui's dry leeward shore, the calm morning hours nearly always provide brilliant sunshine, though heavy island tradewinds may become active in the afternoon, particularly during the summer months. Summer also brings larger surf to the southern shores on occasion, and while bodyboarders and surfers welcome the rising surf, it can make activities such as snorkeling or diving less than ideal. From the remote wilderness of Makena State Park, to the picturesque tranquility of Maluaka or Keawakapu, your perfect day at the beach can be found on the sands of South Maui.
- A Pa'ako Beach / Secret Cove
- B Maluaka Beach
- C Keawakapu Beach
- D Mokapu Beach and Ulua Beach
- E Kalama Beach Park
- F Po'olenalena Beach (Pa'ipu/Chang's Beach)
- G Kama'ole I, II, III
- H Charley Young Beach
