Continent
North America
Country
Hawaii (USA)
Next Big City
Kahului, Maui
Next Town
Kihei
 
Type:
Ocean
Rider Ability:
Intermediate, Expert
Features:
Parking

Water

Type:
Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave
Hazards:
No information
Quality:
Crystal clear
Best Tide:
No information

Shallow inside, sand and reef bottom, no shore break, little wave on the outside. Ship wreck in the water.

Beach

Type:
Sand
Size:
Small
Hazards:
None
Beach Users:
No information

A narrow beach, with hard packed sand near the water and soft sand further away.

Weather

Spring:
Shorts
Summer:
Shorts
Fall:
Shorts
Winter:
Shorts

Water 76°F, air 79°F year round.

Wind

Best Months:
January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December
Wind Type:
Trade
Best Direction:
N
Main Direction:
N, E

Sideshore wind, on Northerly trades, sideoff on Easterly trades, side to side on in Kona winds. The Boat House beach sticks out from the shore, almost like a small peninsula. The wind is stronger than strong when happening. Generally wind is side to side off shore, direction is dictated by the location of high pressure north of the islands. The more Northerly the winds on the North sore, the more onshore the wind will be. Situated on one of the windiest bays in the world, this spot can smoke. Northerly trade winds rip between two volcanoes providing smoking sessions, if riders are prepared, if not, may be a brutal session. Super spot in fall, winter and spring.



How to get there

Transport
Car
Access
Short walk

Traveling south, take South Kihei road to left, then turn right on Waiohuli St. until you see the beach access sign. Look for a ship wreck on the left.

Extra information

Rules
None

Kihei winds can be simple and fun, they can also be extremely strong. 16, 19 and 22 meter lines are common here, full length in strong wind can be a nightmare. This beach is peaceful and void of riders. Have fun but don't expect any help from anyone on the beach.

Nightlife

The Boat House is in the heart of Kihei, shops, restaurants and bars are within walking distance.