Title: Makena State Park Beach in Wailea | Expedia.co.uk [Makena State Park Beach Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Makena-State-Park-Beach-Hotels.0-l6069121-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Makena State Park Beach Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Makena-State-Park-Beach.d6069121.Car-Hire-Guide)[Wailea Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Wailea.d7739.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Makena State Park Beach ![Makena State Park Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069121/fa2011d1-bf78-485e-b7ad-3370b82cc235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Makena State Park Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069121/2fff6841-8fac-4f87-bbd9-c8b1a7874779.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Makena State Park Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069121/96893d39-ba14-4096-8efc-619c48818b0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Makena State Park Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069121/2f8c55d3-9297-4dd3-9ae9-bc1957527fb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Makena State Park Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069121/fd568c66-3206-4d27-85a7-1d1f945e5e7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Makena State Park Beach Activities --- --- #### Three distinct, undeveloped beaches and a dormant volcano crater form this scenic southern region of Maui. Makena Beach State Park is a wilderness area with three beaches that are excellent for bodyboarding: Makena Beach, Puʻu Olai Beach and Naupaka Beach. Each has its own personality and attracts different types of visitors. Presiding over all three beaches is the volcanic Pu’u Ola’i (Earthquake Hill). This is a dormant cinder cone which stands 360 feet (110 meters) high.Makena Beach, more often called “Big Beach,” is one of Maui’s largest beaches and has a steep foreshore. It is about 0.6 miles (1 kilometer) long. Its name means “abundance” and it’s true that its waters have plenty of marine life to see when snorkeling. Lifeguards are usually present. The kiawe trees offer pleasant shady spots while you enjoy the views of the Molokini atoll, a partially submerged volcanic crater that you can tour by boat.Stroll north and climb over the lava rocks to reach Puʻu Olai Beach, nicknamed “Little Beach” because it is just 660 feet (200 meters) long. This cove is famous for being a nudist beach. As this is one of the few beaches in Hawaii that permits naked sunbathing, it can get crowded. This is especially so on Sunday afternoons, when traditional Hawaiian drumming goes on from mid-afternoon until sunset.Naupaka Beach, also known as One’uli, is a black-sand beach formed by ground lava. It’s located on the Wailea side of the volcanic cone. Naupaka is less suitable for sunbathing or walking, but snorkeling and scuba diving conditions are excellent due to the nice coral reef nearby. Be careful to avoid the hard, sharp lava which starts abruptly at the water’s edge.From Naupaka Beach, follow a trail that leads to the top of the Pu'u Ola'i cone. It’s best to attempt this quite strenuous hike in the cooler part of the day and remember to take plenty of water. From the top, you can enjoy views of the stunning Makena coastline.Makena Beach State Park is south of Wailea. The car park is open during daylight hours, and admission is free. Watch out for the shore break, as the waves can be powerful. ## Plan a trip to see Makena State Park Beach Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![The Gardens at West Maui](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2670000/2668300/2668250/bf469952_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Gardens at West Maui £1,405 per person 12 May - 18 May found 5 hours ago Return flight included London (LGW) to Kahului (OGG) 8.4/10 Very Good! (537 reviews) The room was very clean and spacious! The pool and hot tub were clean and my daughter enjoyed playing in both. Definitely would stay again!! Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 ![Kahana Beach Vacation Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13100/13039/f3bf9344_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Kahana Beach Vacation Club Save 100% on your flight £1,600 per person 12 May - 18 May found 5 hours ago Return flight included London (LGW) to Kahului (OGG) 8.6/10 Excellent! (814 reviews) Hot tub was nice and clean. Beautiful sunset views. Room fully supplied. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 ![Kahana Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2680000/2673500/2673451/0938d5a4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Kahana Villa £1,498 per person 12 May - 18 May found 5 hours ago Return flight included London (LGW) to Kahului (OGG) 8.2/10 Very Good! (365 reviews) Had an issue with the fridge. Wasn’t cold upon arrival. They fixed it same day. Check in and out was different. There’s a box with a red phone and they’ll give a lock combo to access your keys. But overall the place was good. Especially for the price we paid. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![Big Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11821/9de6d2a4-5fe7-4e0b-b19f-cc2a4bdefbff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Big Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Big Beach during your trip to Kihei? 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