Maui - Ka'a Point
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Maui
Ka'a Point, also known as Pro Pool, is an iconic spot located east of Kanaha Beach Park on the north coast of Maui. This sheltered area offers rare flat water on the island, favored by experts for its technical conditions.
The spot is situated in a small sheltered cove with views of the West Maui mountains and the Iao Valley. It is a lively place where pros come to train, in close proximity to the beach for photos.
Launching is done directly from the sandy beach, with an open but limited space to navigate.
Les données de vent affichées ici proviennent d’ERA5 (via Open-Meteo) sur 4 ans, retraitées pour refléter des conditions réalistes.
👉 Le vent moyen a été calibré pour éviter la sous-estimation habituelle des modèles.
👉 Les rafales ont été corrigées par un ratio médian afin d’éviter des valeurs extrêmes irréalistes.
👉 Chaque jour est résumé par le vent médian (P50) observé pendant les heures utiles (8h–20h), puis classé dans des plages de vent.
👉 Le mode pondéré mélange vent moyen et rafales pour refléter au mieux le vent ressenti.
- 🟢 10–16 nds : vent faible mais navigable (notamment en foil).
- 🟡 16–22 nds : plage idéale, conditions confortables pour la majorité.
- 🔴 22–28 nds : vent fort, réservé aux riders expérimentés.
- 🟣 28+ nds : conditions extrêmes, navigation engagée.
Localisation & Points d'intérêt
Informations utiles
flatflatKa'a Point works well with a NNE wind or more to the north, ideally side-on from the left of the beach. The wind is channeled between Haleakala and the West Maui Mountains, making it consistent and strong, often around 20-30 knots thanks to the dominant ENE trade winds.
The riding area is a protected cove 200 feet wide for tricks, with flat water inside. To the left (port), there are about 200 feet before the rocks or trees; to the right (starboard), natural kickers allow for nice jumps going out.
Launching is easy on the sandy beach, but space is limited and often crowded. Stay in the inner area for the flat; avoid going too far upwind of the orange flag at Kanaha. Tides do not significantly impact the water, but check the wind direction: E or ENE makes the spot unusable as it becomes too side-off.
The ideal conditions are a NNE 20-28 knots wind, side-on, for maximum power and control in the flat.
The inside of the cove offers a perfect flat for tricks. Outside the point, the water becomes choppy with waves on the reef (rights).
The water is calm and protected in the center, ideal for technical training.
The currents are weak in the sheltered cove. Beware of tides that can create a slight flow near the exit, but nothing major for experienced riders.
Opt for sizes 9 to 12 m² in moderate wind, or 7 to 9 m² when it blows hard over 25 knots.
The trade winds ENE dominate, strong and steady, blowing from 15 to 30 knots most of the time. At Ka'a Point, the setup is optimal when the wind shifts to NNE, accelerated by the local topography.
The spot is downwind of Kanaha, so the wind comes side-shore in good conditions.
The climate in Maui is tropical, with warm temperatures year-round between 24°C and 30°C. Winter (Nov-Mar) brings more rain to the north, but the winds remain reliable; summer (Apr-Oct) is drier and sunnier.
All months are good for Ka'a Point thanks to the constant trade winds.
The depth is gradual with a sandy bottom in the cove. You can stand for a long time inside, then it drops towards the outer reef.
The water is warm year-round, around 24-26°C in winter and 27-29°C in summer. A lycra is usually sufficient.