Road To Hana- Maui, Hawaii

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Road To Hana- Maui, Hawaii

The spectacular, world famous, Road to Hana is 52 miles of stunning beauty. There are 617 extremely sharp curves and 59 narrow bridges. Whether you drive it yourself or join a tour group, it is best to devote the entire day to this journey as the route is landscaped with beaches, blowholes, stunning waterfalls, tropical rain forests, lava caves, and lush gardens.

Leaving Kahului near the Maui Airport, your 1st stop will be in artsy Paia town on Maui’s northern coast. Known for hippies and surfing, Paia has a Bohemian vibe. There are many unique shops and great affordable restaurants here. You can also enjoy coffee shops, surf shops, and art galleries. If you’re driving, this is a good place to spend some time and don’t forget to gas up.

Ho’okipo Beach Lookout is a great place to make a stop. If you’re lucky, If you’re lucky, you will be able to watch extreme surfing. The waves can be quite large and it is not recommended for beginner surfers to try the sport.

There are many amazing waterfalls along the road but parking is scarce. One of the first ones you will come to is Twin Falls.

The Ke’anae Peninsula is is a dramatic area, built of dark, jagged lava from the volcano, Haleakalā. It is rumored that many years ago, locals carried lava here in buckets and built the peninsula by hand. This is a photographer’s paradise.

The Poinsettia Farm can be visited on the Road to Hana. The beautiful shrubs are taller than people.

The Upper Waikani Falls, or Three Bears Falls, are surrounded by lush greenery. They are located just off the highway and easy to view.

The gorgeous black sand Pa’iloa Beach, which was formed by waves crashing into the volcanic rock, is hidden down a short trail in the Wai’anapananapa State Park. The area is very picturesque from any angle.

There are many stunning waterfalls and scenic areas long the route. Be sure to stop and shop the local food stands along the way. You will find scrumptious Banana Breads and other local favorites. You may enjoy the Maui Keto Cookie mix with Macadamia Nuts. Most tour groups will stop at one of the parks for a prepared picnic lunch. Be sure to lookout for the many mongooses that have taken over the area.

In the last few centuries, there has not been much change in the little town of Hana. The area is filled with history and culture. This is a favorite town to find a restaurant for lunch and many people choose to spend the night here to allow time to explore.

After lunch, the road continues to the Ohe’o Gulch or Seven Sacred Pools. This area has been added to Haleakala National Park. On our trip, the falls were dry and there was nothing to see but when there is water, many people stop to swim in the scenic pools.

At Kipahula, you can visit the final resting place of Charles Lindbergh, aviation notoriety. He is buried at the Palapala Hoo’mau Church. This is a very peaceful place with large shady trees.

On the backside of Hana, the terrain is much different. It is dryer landscape, but still beautiful.

The Road to Hana is an extremely gorgeous day trip and should be at the top of the bucket list for every visitor to Maui.