Makena Surf Beach

Makena Surf Beach, also known as Po'olenalena Beach and sometimes Chang's Beach, is located on Maui’s south shore, in the Wailea area, fronting guest-loved Makena Surf vacation rental property, a 5-minutes' drive south of The Shops at Wailea. It's less crowded than other Wailea beaches yet spacious, about 2/3's-mile long, with white sand & clear waters, ideal for swimming & snorkeling in the morning hours and probably most famous for it's likely honu (turtle) sightings at a snorkel spot known as Turtle Town (left peninsula from the beach). There's also a smaller beach (unnamed) on the south end of the Makena Surf property which is popular with families who like staying in buildings G and F. When the winds pick up in the afternoons at the larger beach on the north end, this beach is usually still protected by the tradewinds.

Ocean Safety: Please note that many beach photos in Hawaii are taken on calm beach days, which is common here. However, winds, tides, currents, and swells can shift quickly, depending on the weather. There are no lifeguards at this beach. Be sure to check local weather forecasts daily and exercise caution while at the beach.

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Reminder: Hawaiian green sea turtles are a protected species in Hawaii and you should keep your distance, ~10-15 feet away. If they swim towards you, swim away or just remain still and do not touch them. They are usually just swimming around looking for food (seaweed on the reefs).

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