Road to Hāna
Time Needed: full-day
Experience Type: scenic drive, scenic views
The legendary 64.4-mile Road to Hāna is one of the world’s most scenic drives, winding through lush rainforest, past waterfalls, sea cliffs, and beaches. With 620 curves and 50 one-lane bridges, the journey captures the beauty and spirit of old Hawaii.
MUST-DO CHECKLIST
- Visit Waiʻānapanapa State Park – Explore the famous black sand beach, sea caves, and coastal trails. Entry and parking reservations are required in advance.
- Hike the Pīpīwai Trail – Journey through towering bamboo forests in Haleakalā National Park and end at Waimoku Falls, one of Maui’s most spectacular cascades.
- Explore the Keʻanae Peninsula – Stop for sweeping ocean views, traditional taro fields, and Aunty Sandy’s famous warm banana bread, baked fresh daily.
- Swim at Puaʻa Kaʻa State Wayside Park – Enjoy refreshing waterfall-fed pools just off the highway, with picnic areas, restrooms, and easy roadside access.
- See the Rainbow Eucalyptus Trees – Near mile marker six, marvel at the vibrant trunks of these rare trees streaked in green, orange, pink, and purple.
Plan Ahead: Let someone else handle the twists and turns while you sit back and soak in the views. This full-day Road to Hana tour delivers sweeping vistas, lush forests, waterfalls, and standout stops like Waiʻanapanapa State Park.
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