Three
steps from South Kihei Road, you can find three golden stretches of sand
separated by outcroppings of dark, jagged lava rocks. You can walk the length
of all three beaches if you're willing to get your feet wet. The northernmost
of the trio, Kama'ole I (across from the ABC Store, in case you forgot your
sunscreen), offers perfect swimming with a sandy bottom a long way out and an
active volleyball court. If you're one of those people who likes your beach
sans the sand, there's also a great lawn for you to spread out on at the south
end of the beach. Kama'ole II is nearly identical minus the lawn. The last
beach, the one with all the people on it, is Kama'ole III, perfect for throwing
disk or throwing down a blanket. This is a great family beach, complete with a
playground, volleyball net, BBQs, kite flying, and frequently, rented
inflatable castles -- a birthday-party must for every cool kid living on the
island.
Locally
known as "Kam" I, II, and III, all three beaches have great swimming
and lifeguards. In the morning the water can be as still as a lap pool. Kam III
offers terrific breaks for beginning bodysurfers. The public restrooms have
seen better days; decent facilities are found at convenience stores and
eateries across the street.