Olowalu has free parking and beach access along the side of the road at Mile Marker 14.
Best Option: Free Parking Area at Mile Marker 14
—> Located on Hwy 30 at Mile Marker 14
- Starting on Highway 30, look for Mile Marker 14
- Mile markers in this area are set in 1/2 mile increments
- At Mile Marker 14, find parking in the dirt area on the ocean side of the road
Pro Tips
- Olowalu is located between South Shore Zone and Ka’anapali Zone on the Maui Snorkel Report
- Beach chairs are recommended for comfort and for watching the waves
- Olowalu is often referred to as Maui’s “Mother Reef” because of its expansive coral system
- Bring a float belt. Olowalu has a lot to explore while snorkeling
- Do not park directly on the sandy areas or your vehicle may get stuck
More Maui Parking Guides
- Charley Young Beach
- Ulua Beach
- Makena Landing
- Black Rock
- Kahekili Beach Park (Airport Beach)
- Napili Bay
- Kapalua Bay
- Honolua Bay
There are no bathrooms or outdoor showers at Olowalu, Mile Marker 14 (MM14)—this spot is 100% rustic. However, Olowalu is one of our favorite “pull-up-and-plunge” snorkeling spots along the Honoapiʻilani Highway (Hwy 30).
Plan a quick pit stop in Lahaina or at the Olowalu fruit stands before heading out. Park on the hard-packed sand shoulder of Highway 30 at MM14. Tuck your valuables out of sight, throw on your rash-guard at the car, and you’ll be in the water scouting the 500-year-old “Mother Reef” coral within minutes.
If you’d prefer a free, bathroom-equipped beach instead, swing by Kahekili Beach Park (North Kāʻanapali) or Ulua Beach (Kihei) These excellent snorkeling beaches have showers, and, yep, flush toilets.
