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Sugar Beach

Features
Long stretch of sandy shoreline, peaceful atmosphere
Parking
Public parking available
Hazards
Limited shade, occasional strong currents
Sand Color
White
Associated Resort
Sugar Beach Resort
Access Notes
No lifeguard, very limited facilities; relentless afternoon tradewinds (best mornings). Free parking at multiple access points: Haycraft Beach Park (Ma'alaea end), Kealia Coastal Boardwalk lot, and Kihei Canoe Club area. Borders Kealia Pond NWR .

Checked against current sources, October 2026.