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Local park operator page describing the dive area, wildlife, visibility, and entry details.
Dive Spot Guide•
Makena Landing
South Maui shore dive with turtles, caves, and easy park access.
Makena Landing combines a park entry with an offshore reef, making it a flexible South Maui spot for shore diving and snorkeling.
About Makena Landing
Makena Landing is a South Maui shore-dive area on Maui's south coast, anchored by a public park, boat ramp, and a shallow offshore reef known as Turtle Town and Five Caves. Divers enter from the landing, then work along lava fingers, arches, caves, and ledges on a calm-morning window. The site is a good fit for turtle spotting and easy reef exploration when swell and wind stay light.
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Research Estimate At Makena Landing
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 17m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Makena Landing?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Makena Landing Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 12m
Depth Note
Approximate depth from the shore-dive guides.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Calmest in the morning, with clear water and easy conditions before trade winds and south swell build.
Safety & Access At Makena Landing
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficWaves
Safety Notes
Use caution at the rocky entry and check the swell before you go; morning conditions are usually best.
Access Restrictions
Rocky entry near a working boat ramp; plan for a surface swim and avoid busy pickup windows.
Legal Notes
Stay at least 10 feet from sea turtles and give boats right-of-way at the ramp.
Local Intel For Makena Landing
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow reef structure with caves, arches, and ledges makes this a classic South Maui scuba site.
Snorkeling
Good snorkel water on calm mornings, especially around Turtle Town and the reef edges.
Wildlife at Makena Landing
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Makena Landing
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Makena Landing
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility17m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
