Maui Quality Of Life Factors: Recreational Facilities

Maui is world renowned for fun outdoor activities like swimming, scuba diving, hiking, but Maui is also home to some fine recreational facilities allowing visitors and residents to take the fun indoors or out. If you would like to play some softball, maybe throw some hoops in a basketball court, get in the game on a full size soccer field, Maui has no shortage of facilities to meet your desires.

The War Memorial complex features baseball and softball fields, soccer fields, swimming, and tennis courts. Located in Wailuku, this facility even has its own stadium, if you ever wanted to feel like you’re in the big league!

The Lahaina Recreational Center, located in Lahaina, features swimming facilities for aquatics and swimming fun. Situated in a nine acre park, the facility also features ball diamonds, soccer fields, basketball courts, and a fun playground for the youngsters.

The Lahaina Civic Center, also located in Lahaina, features a full gymnasium, basketball courts, tennis courts, and even an amphitheater. A prime event location centrally located, the center is home to the annual EA Sports Maui Invitational, an NCAA-sanctioned basketball tournament.

Maui has numerous parks and recreational service programs and areas for resident and visitors of Maui. Overseen by the Maui Parks and Recreation Board, these facilities are well-maintained and provide safe, cost-effective fun for everyone. Enjoy a picnic in the park, a ball game on the diamond, and a hike through the paths of Maui’s beautiful parks.

Aquariums are always a favorite of visitors, and Maui has some of the world’s finest, including the Maui Ocean Center. See colorful marine life up close, let the kids wonder at the marvels of the sea as they swim close enough to almost touch, enjoy playful displays by the fascinating sea turtles. Digital audio guides keep you on track with what you are seeing and experiencing in this marvelous collection of the ocean waters around Maui. Cared for with integrity and released when they have grown big enough, as is the case of the turtles, the animals at the Maui Ocean Center are a world to experience for young and old.