Keawakapu Beach

This beach was recommended by several staff from our hotel. The beach is beautiful with its very smooth sand. It’s a little tricky navigating from the parking lot while carrying beach chairs and umbrellas. The place was crowded when we visited, I can see why there why the place is popular with swimmers.

It's a good beach, but with caveats. Parking is challenging unless you get there early. If the lot by Days Inn is full, you can drive a bit farther south and park at the next lot or on the street. There's an entrance right to the beach there. There are no good toilet options, despite the resort being right there. That's a bummer. There's one porta potty that my child refused to use. I don't blame her. The rocky north side of the beach has fun little ride pools when the tide goes out. It's also fun to go shelling there, since there are some rocky bits when you can dig up little treasures. The southern end of the beach is a good swimming back and is also family friendly, as the water seems OK and the entrance from the shore seemed easy and sandy. If you forget food and drinks, you can buy them at the resort, which is convenient. All in all, it's not my favourite beach and also not my least favorite. It's a good basic Maui beach. Note: I don't believe I've ever tried snorkeling from the shore here, so can't speak to that.

Smooth sand (virtually no rocks). Grassy area next to the sand for even more comfortable seating. Beautiful water, great temperature. Waves were pleasant. Free parking/access. This beach was "just right" for us.

Keawakapu Beach is a gem with soft sand, clear waters, and fewer crowds than other Maui beaches. It’s great for swimming, snorkeling near the rocky outcrops, and long walks along the shore. Sunsets here are stunning, and morning visits offer calm waters. Limited parking means arriving early is best. There are showers but no public restrooms. It’s a peaceful, scenic spot perfect for a relaxed beach day.