MAALAEA BEACHES

Haycraft, Sugar Beach, Baby Beach

While not known as the most beautiful or swimmer-friendly beaches on Maui, Maalaea and the nearby stretches of beach provide great areas for walking, sunset viewing, whale watching and lounging. Enjoy our list of the best beaches around Maalaea, and be sure to practice the proper safety precautions when opting to swim in the ocean!

Maalaea Harbor Baby Beach

Located at the eastern area of the harbor, this beach is protected from waves and boat hazards, making it perfect for small children or inexperienced swimmers staying nearby.

Calm conditions
Small parking area
Convenience store nearby
Near Coast Guard station
No lifeguard on duty

Maalaea Beach

Just east of Maalaea Harbor, Maalaea Beach is ideal for sunset walks, shell collecting and relaxed days spent enjoying the sun in an uncrowded area of Maui.

Secluded and quiet
Lots of Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles
When conditions are right, great for watching surfers
Often windy with choppy waves, especially in afternoon hours
No lifeguard on duty
Street parking – be sure to keep valuables out of sight

Haycraft Beach Park

Connecting Maalaea Beach and Sugar Beach, this County Beach Park is a great place to enjoy an afternoon picnic or take a peaceful walk.

Small parking area
Shower and restroom facilities
Picnic tables
No lifeguard on duty
Good for relaxed swimming, but beware of sporadic rocks and reef
Access point to ‘Freight Trains’ surf break

Sugar Beach

Including Maalaea and Haycraft Beach Park, this is longest uninterrupted stretch of beach on Maui. Though swimming isn’t great here, it’s a perfect place to enjoy the views and natural surroundings in paradise.

Reef just offshore
Watch for Kiawe thorns!
Street parking and small lots, depending on which area of the beach you begin from
Restroom and picnic facilities
Take-off point for outrigger canoes
Decent snorkeling opportunities with lots of marine life and turtles
No lifeguard on duty
Our Maalaea webcam is coming soon!

Maalaea Activities

While Maalaea is often overlooked as a full-day destination, there’s actually a ton of wonderful activities and attractions worth exploring. From departing on one of Maui’s best boat tours to seeing Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles up close and personal,...

Maalaea Harbor Map

Finding Maalaea is a cinch. It’s one of the most central spots on Maui. But finding your boat slip, parking, or your restaurant is much easier with these Maalaea Maps. Directions from Central & North Maui Areas: Kahului, Wailuku, Waikapu, Paia...

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Quiet Maui Beaches!

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“Living here, you get to know the beaches. Some of my favorite spots are near Maalaea. You can always find a beach to yourself!”

Jackson Hacker – Maui

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