Makena Big Beach

Makena Big Beach
FAQ

Everything you need to know before your beach day.

What are the beach conditions at Makena Big Beach today?

Makena Big Beach sits on the Pacific Ocean. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 1615680, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.

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Where do you park at Makena Big Beach?

Park at Makena Big Beach in lots like Makena State Park North Lot, Makena State Park South Lot, Polo Beach Lot (nearby). Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from Free and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.

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Where should you eat at Makena Big Beach?

At Makena Big Beach, don't miss the Plate Lunch at South Maui Food Trucks. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.

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What boat trips run from Makena Big Beach?

Boats leave Makena Big Beach from Makena Landing (south) & Maalaea Harbor (north), including the Molokini Crater Snorkel — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.

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What's happening at Makena Big Beach this week?

Makena Big Beach hosts Sunday Drum Circle (Little Beach) and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.

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At Makena Big Beach, the sun sets at 12:57 AM today — about 12h 51m of daylight. Sunrise was 12:06 PM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Makena Big Beach update at the top of the conditions page.