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.
View Live ConditionsPark 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 $10/vehicle (non-resident) and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.
Find ParkingAt 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.
Explore DiningBoats 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.
See Things to DoMakena 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.
Check EventsIt depends on the UV index and your skin. Our conditions page converts today's hourly UV forecast at Makena Big Beach into minutes to burn using the standard erythemal dose model, so instead of "UV 9" you get "unprotected fair skin burns in about 18 minutes", along with the strongest stretch of the day and when to reapply. Open sand and water reflect UV back at you, so the estimate includes a beach uplift.
Check Today's Burn TimeNo. Pets are not allowed on the beach anywhere in the Hawaii State Park System, which includes Makena State Park (Big Beach/Oneloa). Source: Hawai'i State Park Rules, Division of State Parks (State of Hawaii Dept. of Land and Natural Resources), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesNo. The use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited in the state park. Source: Hawai'i State Park Rules, Division of State Parks (State of Hawaii Dept. of Land and Natural Resources), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesIt depends where on the beach. Fires are only allowed in the fireplaces and grills the park provides, or as a portable stove or warming device in a designated camping or picnicking area. Source: Hawai'i State Park Rules, Division of State Parks (State of Hawaii Dept. of Land and Natural Resources), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesOnly with a permit. Camping, defined as having a tent or other camping gear in the park from one hour after sunset until sunrise, requires a prior written camping permit. Source: Hawai'i State Park Rules, Division of State Parks (State of Hawaii Dept. of Land and Natural Resources), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesNo. Flying, launching or landing a drone anywhere in the state park is prohibited. Source: Hawai'i State Park Rules, Division of State Parks (State of Hawaii Dept. of Land and Natural Resources), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesNo. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, and the use of tobacco products is prohibited throughout the state park. Source: Hawai'i State Park Rules, Division of State Parks (State of Hawaii Dept. of Land and Natural Resources), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesAt Makena Big Beach, the sun sets at 12:16 AM today — about 11h 58m of daylight. Sunrise was 12:17 PM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Makena Big Beach update at the top of the conditions page.