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Matt Rott
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Last Modified: January 8, 2026

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Waiehu Neighborhood Overview

Wind, Ocean Muni, Throw-Nets, No Resort Gloss

🧭Bordered by: Pacific shoreline along Waiehu Beach to Kahului Bay, Paukukalo and Iao Stream to the south, inland up Waiehu Beach Road to Kahekili Highway and Waiehu Heights, West Maui Mountains foothills to the west, Waihee Stream and Waihee town to the north.

📌Best known for: Windy muni golf with ocean spray on tees.

👕You can spot a Waiehu local by: Sandy car mats, Costco cooler, and salty slippers.

👍Locals live here because: Budget homes, uncrowded surf, easy Wailuku runs.

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: Sideways rain, brown water days, sand in every drawer.

The general vibe is: Salty, blustery, local, loyal.

Sunrise surfers and hardcore trade wind chasers.

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Moving to Waiehu - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Maui or deciding which part of the island fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Maui guide for the big-picture view — or compare Waiehu against other parts of the island in our Maui neighborhood guide.