#Department of Parks and Recreation
Temporary South, Central Maui park and facility closures set this month
July 12, 2025 · 3:00 AM UTC
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced several temporary closures at parks and recreation facilities this month for maintenance and operational needs.
All County pools on Maui to close for one-day staff training May 14
May 12, 2025 · 12:00 AM UTC
All County pools on Maui island will close for a one-day staff training on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced.
County of Maui Parks’ native plant nursery supports coastal restoration
April 23, 2025 · 9:00 PM UTC
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation native plant nursery, founded last year to support coastal dune restoration and promote sustainable practices across Maui County, is currently cultivating more than 30 native plant species.
Fall 2025 season tri-annual applications available for Maui facilities
April 22, 2025 · 7:00 PM UTC
Permit applications will be accepted for recreational use of pools, gyms, fields, stadiums and tennis courts during the activity period from Aug. 1 to Dec. 31, 2025.
Lāna‘i celebrates grand opening of Lāna‘i Skatepark and blessing of Lāna‘i Youth Center
April 2, 2025 · 4:30 AM UTC
The Lāna‘i Skatepark and Youth Center was blessed Saturday, followed by the grand opening of the skatepark in Lāna‘i City. Department of Parks and Recreation Director Patrick McCall acknowledged all those who contributed to the creation of the skatepark and youth center. He highlighted the importance of providing spaces that foster community connection and offer […]
County Department of Parks and Recreation recruiting for pool guard trainees
March 3, 2025 · 11:00 PM UTC
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation is recruiting pool guard trainees as part of an initiative to provide future water safety professionals with the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to ensure safe and enjoyable experiences for all swimmers.
Boys & Girls Club building at Eddie Tam Memorial Complex in Makawao to close briefly March 10-31 for roof work
February 27, 2025 · 7:47 PM UTC
The Makawao Boys and Girls Club building at the Eddie Tam Memorial Center complex in Makawao will temporarily close for a reroofing project from March 10-31, 2025, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
Coach Soichi Sakamoto Pool in Wailuku to temporarily close for half-day Feb. 20
February 19, 2025 · 1:00 AM UTC
Coach Soichi Sakamoto Pool in Wailuku will close for a half-day from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, for pool guard recruitment testing, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
Baldwin Beach Park, Tavares Bay reopen after cleanup of debris from high surf
January 3, 2025 · 3:00 PM UTC
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation has reopened Baldwin Beach Park and Tavares Bay in Kūʻau following the cleanup of debris from high surf last week.
Applications being accepted for Summer 2025 Tri-annual permits
December 27, 2024 · 3:45 AM UTC
The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation will be begin accepting applications next month for the Summer 2025 Tri-Annual Permits period. The applications are for recreational use of pools, gyms, fields, stadiums and tennis courts during the summer activity period of April 16 to July 31, 2025.
Public feedback sought in three Maui County playground planning workshops
November 9, 2024 · 5:00 PM UTC
South Maui residents can participate in playground planning for Hale Piʻilani Park in the first of three community park planning feedback workshops beginning at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at Kenolio Community Center in Kīhei.
Brief closures slated next month for several pools in Central Maui
November 1, 2024 · 12:00 AM UTC
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced brief closures scheduled next month for several County pools in Central Maui.
PALS winter session online registration set for Nov. 1-15
October 31, 2024 · 2:45 AM UTC
Online registration for the PALS Program Winter 2024 session will be open from Nov. 1 through Nov. 15, 2024, the Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation announced.
Free learn to swim lessons for Maui adults offered at the Upcountry Pool
October 21, 2024 · 10:00 PM UTC
If you are an adult who has never learned to swim or lacks confidence about your swim skills, take note: the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation is sponsoring a series of five Adult Learn to Swim lessons that will be offered free of charge during the month of November at the Upcountry Pool in Pukalani.
County’s Adaptive Kayaking paddles out for good cause at Olowalu
October 20, 2024 · 1:00 AM UTC
More than 50 participants, along with their therapists from Ka Lima O Maui, La’akea Village, Easterseals Hawaii, Arc of Maui and similar organizations that help people with cognitive and developmental disabilities, paddled out from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. during the County’s Adaptive Kayaking event Oct. 11.
Hoaloha Park draft adaptation plans set for presentation during Oct. 30 community open house
October 16, 2024 · 6:00 PM UTC
A community open house for discussion of Hoaloha Park draft adaptation plans will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 30 at the J. Walter Cameron Center, 95 Mahalani St. in Wailuku.
Temporary public pool closures announced for some days in October
October 13, 2024 · 9:00 PM UTC
Upcountry and Central Maui public pools will be closed on some days this month for equipment maintenance and pool guard recruitment, according to an announcement from the Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation.
Emergency permits in motion to remove Baldwin Beach Park pavilion
September 6, 2024 · 2:54 PM UTC
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced it has applied for emergency Shoreline Management Area permits to remove the Baldwin Beach Park pavilion, which has been damaged over time by high surf and rising sea levels. The structure has been fenced off and the public is asked to avoid the area.
DPR South District 9- and 10-year-old Youth Basketball League
May 28, 2024 · 9:02 PM UTC
Registration opens Wednesday for the County of Maui, Department of Parks and Recreation, South District 9- and 10-year-old Youth Basketball League.
Hui Aloha Playground at Keōpūolani Regional Park to be temporarily closed May 21 to May 24
May 21, 2024 · 2:40 AM UTC
Hui Aloha Playground at Keōpūolani Regional Park will be closed from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. May 21 to 24 while undergoing vandalism surfacing repair. All adjacent facilities will remain open and accessible with other parking areas available to use.