Kalama Park is a large oceanfront park on South Kihei Road in Kihei, Maui. Its shady lawns, picnic pavilions and coastal path make it an easy place to pause by the water, while the playground, skate park and sports courts give families and active visitors room to spread out. The small shoreline is rocky in places, so plan on a walk, picnic or surf lesson rather than a full beach day. From the path, look out for sea turtles and, in winter, whales; the grassy areas are also a good place to watch the sunset.
A park for walking, play and sports
Kalama Park stretches along the ocean in central Kihei. Shady lawns and palm trees sit beside paved paths, picnic tables and covered pavilions. It is a practical place to take a break outdoors, with space for children to play and facilities for a range of sports.
The park has a playground, basketball and tennis courts, volleyball and baseball facilities, a skate park and an inline skating rink. Restrooms and outdoor showers are also available. Families can use the picnic areas while children play, and the open lawns give you room to sit by the water without needing to stay on the shoreline.
The Cove and the shoreline
Near the park is the Cove, a small surf spot known for gentle, rolling waves that suit beginners and children learning to surf. You can watch the activity from the coast, or use the park as a place to take a break before or after time in the water.
Kalama is better suited to walking, picnicking and watching the coast than to a day of swimming and sunbathing. Its sandy shoreline is small, and access to the water can involve rocky steps. Follow the paved path along the waterfront for coastal views, and keep an eye on the water for turtles. Whales may be visible from shore during winter.
Skating and seasonal events
Kalama Park has an inline skating rink as well as its skate park. Public skating is available on Friday and Saturday evenings from 5 PM to 9 PM, with skate rentals run by Maui Inline Hockey Association volunteers on public skate nights.
The park also hosts the annual World Whale Day celebration in February. For a quieter visit outside an event, spend time on the path or lawns and use the park as a relaxed stop in Kihei.
Preguntas frecuentes
Is Kalama Park a good place to swim?
The park has only a small shoreline, with rocky access in places. It is better suited to walking, picnicking and watching the water than to a full beach day.
What can children do at Kalama Park?
There is a playground, skate park and open lawn, along with picnic areas. The Cove nearby is known for gentle waves used by beginner surf students.
Can you spot whales or turtles at Kalama Park?
Turtles can be seen from the coastal path, and whales may be visible from shore in winter.
When can you go public skating at Kalama Park?
Public skating at the inline rink is available Friday and Saturday from 5 PM to 9 PM. Skate rentals are run by Maui Inline Hockey Association volunteers on public skate nights.
