Makena Beach State Park park
Makena Beach State Park
There are many good reasons to visit Makena Beach State Park, including its excellent swimming, snorkeling, and diving opportunities. The park is also home to several hiking trails, picnic areas, and campgrounds, making it an ideal spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
One of the most popular attractions in the park is the "Big Beach," which is a long stretch of white sand beach that is perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and playing in the waves. Another popular spot is the "Little Beach," which is located just next to the Big Beach and is known for its great snorkeling opportunities and colorful marine life.
Interesting facts about Makena Beach State Park include that it used to be a popular spot for Hawaiian royalty, who would often come to the area to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Today, the park is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, with thousands of visitors coming to the park each year to enjoy its natural beauty and recreational activities.
The best time of year to visit Makena Beach State Park is during the months of April through October, when the weather is warm and dry, and the ocean conditions are typically calm and clear. However, visitors should be aware that the park can be crowded during peak season, and that parking can be limited at times. It is recommended to arrive early in the day to secure a parking spot and avoid the crowds.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Makena Beach State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polipoli Springs State Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Polipoli Spring State Rec Area - Maui | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chemin Vers La Côte | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Maybe Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Papalau Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Holua Dispersed - Haleakala National Park - Maui | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Makena Beach State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Makena Beach State Park
What can I do at Makena Beach State Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Makena Beach State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Makena Beach State Park.