Kalepolepo Beach Park
États-Unis d'Amérique · Hawaï
The beach of Kalepolepo Beach Park, located in Kihei in the south of Maui, is the most popular kitesurfing spot in this area. It is a favorite among locals when the conditions to the north are not ideal, with a relaxed atmosphere despite the challenges of the location.
The spot offers direct access to the ocean from a well-equipped park, but it requires experience to navigate safely among the obstacles. Riders mainly come here as a plan B, for its reliable side-onshore wind at times.
Surrounded by typical Maui landscapes, it is a choice for freeride or freestyle sessions when the trade wind kicks in.
Historical averages by month — not a live forecast.
The ideal wind blows side-onshore from the N, NW, SW, or SSW, allowing good control during launch and landing directly on the sandy beach. The navigation area extends along the southern coast but remains limited by ocean conditions and surrounding hazards; we generally stay close to shore to avoid swimming areas and outer reefs.
Launching is easy on the sand, but you need to choose a clear space for launching and landing, checking the webcam pointed at Maalaea Harbor or Sugar Beach to spot whitecaps. The water state varies with the tides without being heavily dependent on them: at low tide, be cautious of exposed reefs, while at high tide, the space is more open but potentially choppy.
Local peculiarity: it is a backup spot for days when the wind is too light or offshore at Kanaha; pros practice surf, freestyle, foiling, and big air here, but the crowd is moderate compared to the north shore. Always observe the sets and conditions before heading out.
Sources :sunnymauivacations.com · mauikitesurf.org · unplug-kitesurf.com
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