Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Sometimes you will hear locals say they enjoy spending time at
Charley Young
Beach;
this is just another name for the northern end of Kam I. What's nice about this
beach is that it's protected from the wind when the southern section of the beach is choppy.
It's the perfect place to lay a blanket down, relax for a while, and soak up the sun with a
good book. Parking for Charley Young is along Kaiau Place, which is a small offshoot of
South Kihei Road not far from the Cove Park.
Kamaole I Beach
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Keawakapu Beach
Outside of Kam III,
Keawakapu
is Kihei's most popular beach. This long, sandy stretch
is more protected from the wind than the beaches farther north, and water sports are the
name of the game. A small rental shop on the north end of the beach rents out stand-up
paddleboards, kayaks, and snorkeling gear, and during the calm morning hours this beach
is a bustle of activity. Snorkeling is best around the north and south headlands, while the
sandy, gentle entry in the middle section of the beach is an enjoyable place to go for a
