Lipoa Street Beach
États-Unis d'Amérique · Hawaï
The beach of Lipoa Street Beach, located in Kihei on the south coast of Maui, is a quiet spot favored for its peaceful sunsets. It's an uncrowded place where people mainly come to relax on the sand and enjoy the ocean view.
Not really a dedicated kitesurf spot, it offers windy conditions due to its south exposure, but access to the water is limited and the bottom quickly becomes rocky. Locals sometimes stop by for windsurfing when the wind picks up.
Close to nice restaurants like Nalu’s South Shore Grill, it's ideal for combining a session and a tasty break after an active day elsewhere on the island.
Historical averages by month — not a live forecast.
The wind often blows side-onshore or onshore from the northeast or east, typical of the trade winds in Maui, making launching possible but technical on this narrow beach. The riding area stays close to the shore due to the quick rocky bottom, with the water surface changing from chop to small waves depending on occasional south swell. To launch, aim for the sandy areas in the center of the beach, avoiding the rocks on the sides; landing requires precision to avoid ending up on the stones. Watch out for fishermen and walkers, as the beach is shared and narrow, with no dedicated kite area. Conditions are better in summer with consistent winds of 15-25 kts, but in winter, south swells can close the spot. Favor high tides for more depth when launching.
Sources :mauikitesurf.org · sunnymauivacations.com · mauitripguide.com · kitehi.com
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