Maui · HI
Wailea
A planned resort on an old fishing shore, facing Kahoʻolawe.
- Population
- 6,027 (2020 census)
- Developed
- 1971
- Size
- 1,500 acres
Then
- Ancient times
Wailea is a fishing settlement, with sweet potatoes grown inland.
- 1800s
Cattle ranching spreads, leading to Ulupalakua Ranch upcountry.
- 1971
Alexander & Baldwin and Northwestern Mutual begin the resort.
Now
Wailea runs between Kīhei and Mākena. This place includes Mākena and two stations on Kahoʻolawe.
3 tide stations around Wailea
- Makena2.1 mi
- Kuheia Bay12.4 mi
- Smuggler Cove19.6 mi