#North Shore Maui
Hamakua Poko Kai beach closed for assessment of access, public safety
Hamakua Poko Kai beach, also known to some as “Bones Beach,” on Maui’s north shore will be closed through Jan. 31 while work is underway to assess environmentally and culturally sensitive areas impacted by recent high surf.
Maui Ocean Safety crews kept busy by warning level surf
A High Surf Warning kept Maui’s Ocean Safety Officers busy over the weekend, on both the North Shore and the Upper West side of the island, with Jetski operators remaining on-duty until sunset as a precaution.
Young and Jucker capture open divisions at 35th annual Surfbash
Cody Young and Sloane Jucker captured the open divisions at the 35th annual Vissla / Hi-Tech / Lopez Surfbash, Saturday and Sunday at Hoʻokipa Beach Park on Maui’s north shore. The meet was the second event of the Hawaiʻi Surfing Association-Maui season.
20th Annual Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem prepares youth surfers for success in life
The 20th Annual Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem was held May 4 and 5, 2024 at Ho’okipa Beach Park. The event, hosted by Maui surfer Ian Walsh is a nonprofit event that’s designed to hone the skills of up and coming Maui surfers, and prepare them for success on a larger scale.
Pāʻia Floral opens with fresh flower finds on North Shore, Maui
The new Pāʻia Floral shop opened its doors over the weekend, offering a fresh find for flower seekers on Maui’s North Shore. The business is Native Hawaiian and wahine-owned, and is a sister company to Pukalani Floral and Kanuihele, a business focused on music, dance and craft.
Large swell to peak today at 30 feet
The National Weather Service says a large west-northwest swell building down the island chain will peak today, then slowly ease tonight through Monday.
High Surf Warning as XL swell builds down the island chain
A large to extra-large west-northwest swell will build down the island chain today and peak tonight and early Sunday, according to the NWS.
Second XL swell to keep High Surf Warning posted until 6 a.m. Friday, Dec. 29
Surf is expected to be in the 20-30 foot range along the north facing shores, and up to 18-22 feet along affected west facing shores today. The swell will have a brief decline tonight, but a second extra-large NNW swell will fill in on Thursday, bringing surf as high as 35 feet to the north shores.
23 acres of north shore Maui coastline to be focus of management plan in the new year
In early 2024, the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation will begin working on a management plan for 23 acres of newly acquired county land on Maui’s north shore, which includes Wawau Point, often referred to as “Baby Beach.”
Maui council approves resolution to acquire 45 acres of A&B lands
Mayor Michael Victorino expressed appreciation to the Maui County Council for approving resolutions accepting the dedication of 45 acres of land from A&B Properties for parks and open space. The acquisition was finalized at the councilʻs meeting that adjourned on Monday.
Brown Water Advisory Issued for North Shore Maui from Waihe‘e to Ho‘okipa
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for the North shore area of Maui from Waiheʻe to Hoʻokipa. The Department of Health Clean Water Branch says heavy rain resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters.
Meeting in Pāʻia on Short-Term Rental Home Limits
The committee will be meeting to discuss the regulation of short-term rental homes in the Pāʻia-Haʻikū Community Plan Area
Brown Water Advisory Issued for North Shore of Maui
The public is advised to stay out of flood waters and storm water runoff due to brown water off of Maui’s North Shore.
8,000 lbs of Debris Airlifted From Maui’s North Shore
Volunteers gathered on Maui to take on the very first “Hard to Reach Beach Clean Up” at legendary surf spot, Peʻahi or “Jaws” along the island’s North Shore.
Planning Commission Rejects Permit Recommendation for Pā‘ia Inn
The Maui Planning Commission on Tuesday voted 5-1 to reject recommendations from a hearings officer in a report regarding the Pāʻia Inn’s remanded application for a special use permit.
Thousands Sign Petition Against Pā‘ia Inn Permit Request
A contested case involving a special permit for the Pāʻia Inn along Maui’s north shore, has been remanded back to the Maui Planning Commission for review.
175 Kids Compete at Ian Walsh’s Mehenhune Mayhem
An estimated 175 kids competed in the 13th Annual Ian Walsh’s Menehune Mayhem, held on Saturday, April 2, at Maui’s Hoʻokipa Beach Park.
Jesse’s List–Maui’s Hottest Properties in Wailuku, Kīhei & Pā‘ia
Maui Now presents another real estate column in its “Jesse’s List: Maui’s Hottest Properties” series, MLS listings selected by contributing writer Jesse G. Wald, a real estate, architecture and construction professional.
Jesse’s List–Maui’s Hottest Properties in Pā‘ia, Mā‘alaea and Napili
Maui Now presents the second real estate column in its “Jesse’s List: Maui’s Hottest Properties” series, MLS listings selected by contributing writer Jesse G. Wald, a real estate, architecture and construction professional. As a Realtor, he has firsthand knowledge about the island’s most sought-after properties for luxury buyers, investors and those looking for a primary residence […]
What’s it Like to Live in Pā‘ia?
First home to immigrant families and plantation workers, Pā‘ia now has become a melting pot of cultures. Pā‘ia still boasts a solid local culture of amazing Hawai‘i-born families, but also consists of an international mix of residents including European and South American water sports enthusiasts, West Coast hippy migrants from the counterculture revolution (and, now, their children), New Age folks, surfers, liberals, and a myriad of residents who are attracted to Pā‘ia and the North Shore for the bohemian culture, healthy lifestyle, fabulous tropical weather and awesome ocean conditions.
