Hana Highway - Road to Hana
Hana Highway - Road to Hana
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Connecting Kahului to Hana, this highway is a tourist attraction in and of itself, rewarding drivers with spectacular views of Maui's mountainous east coast.
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FactotumDellaCitta
London, UK3,785 contributions
Sep 2022
This is indeed a beautiful drive with a number of picturesque stops along the way. An early start is essential to ensure a return drive before it gets totally dark. The road is generally in good shape, although it narrows to one lane (for both directions to share) in places. Past Hana (on the way to the Kīpahulu Visitor Center) the road quality starts to deteriorate.
Written 1 February 2023
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LifeaslaurieL
St. George, UT53 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
I remember going on this trip years ago, it was a great Sunday drive thing to do… I know back then you could not go all the way around the island… but now you can, with a high lifted vehicle, well at least not a low sitting car. We were in a minivan, it was a little sketchy.
Please remember, this road is a single lane in all of the dangerous spots, some areas are cliffside, others, barely wide enough for one car let alone two… this not a drive for timid drivers.
It’s beautiful, but please be careful, awake and aware when driving. It took us 8 hours to go around the whole Island, Lahaina to Lahaina… we did stop about an hour and 1/2 all in… enjoy the ride !
Please remember, this road is a single lane in all of the dangerous spots, some areas are cliffside, others, barely wide enough for one car let alone two… this not a drive for timid drivers.
It’s beautiful, but please be careful, awake and aware when driving. It took us 8 hours to go around the whole Island, Lahaina to Lahaina… we did stop about an hour and 1/2 all in… enjoy the ride !
Written 29 January 2023
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Leanne D
21 contributions
Jan 2023
We were so excited to go see the road to Hana. There were a couple of beaches that were pretty, lots of winding roads, and nothing much else other than tourist traps.. It might have been nicer of it was ever sunny, but in 6 days on the island we saw the sun twice for about an hour. Dont bother with the island during rainly season. Lots of hype, nothing more than narrow roads with tourists running up and down looking for something to do .
Written 29 January 2023
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Amanda R
1 contribution
Jan 2023 • Couples
We were really excited for this drive, I am a nature photographer so waterfalls, flora, and fauna are my jam. Unfortunately, the weather was not in our favor: It POURED rain the whole way to Hana. We hoped it might clear a bit for our return trip but no, it rained even harder on the return drive. The waterfalls raged beyond their banks, the rain unrelenting, the surf was rough. I thought I was prepared for the weather with rain gear for myself and my equipment, but it wasn’t enough. I was soaked through. My camera got very wet (even with a rain sleeve). It was messy. I will put in a plug for Aunt Sally’s Banana Bread and for the food trucks in Hana — so tasty. But if you decide to go when the weather app predicts 100% rain, well, you just might want to reconsider. We were completely soaked after our first walkabout and as we drove further, it just got worse. And photos? Not very good because of the gray skies and raging water.
Written 27 January 2023
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Wendy D
Silverdale, WA10 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Long winding narrow road with too many cars and large trucks. Glad we went, but would never go again. Amazing views from some spots.
Written 27 January 2023
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TimMelbourneAust
2 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Reading all of the negative reviews on here, I started to have second thoughts about doing the Road to Hana. Well, I am glad I didn’t listen to all of the complaining, because we did this drive (from Paia to Hana, camped the night then returned) and it was incredible. If you are a halfway decent driver, you will be fine with this trip. I am from Australia so it was opposite side of the road for me, and it wasn’t a problem. Just remember that you need to pull over to let locals past (if they’re driving a Toyota Tacoma - they’re probably a local!). The only gripe is that there could be better signage from the many waterfalls, but if you do enough research you’ll find them! Cheers
Written 21 January 2023
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Luz C
2 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Road to Hana- front and back is a bit long. The front end is beautiful and so well worth the ride. The back end road is bumpy and tiresome. Next time around I’ll be more careful to select only the front end.
Written 20 January 2023
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Isaiah B
Hanford, CA1 contribution
Jun 2022 • Family
Great fun place, you can get some absolutely sick and awesome wave action on one of the beaches. Totally recommend. Fun.
Written 18 January 2023
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Canadienne5
Maricopa, AZ48 contributions
Jan 2023
We decided to drive a bit of the highway to Hana since we found ourselves with a free day while in Maui {We drove to the town of Hana and turned around and drove back the way we came}. We had been given a convertible Camaro by Budget Rent a car and so with the top down, some snacks and drinks and a full tank of gas we embarked on the infamous highway. I was expecting to ask my husband to turn around and expecting to get motion sick but sitting in the front seat combined with the open top and fresh breeze of the convertible made it so I didn't feel sick at all. As a preventative measure we took an Advil and a Zantac prior to the trip, too. We stopped at the Twin Falls and hiked up to see them. I would recommend good footwear - Keens or water sock type shoes. Your feet will get wet and you'll slip in places so good shoes is a must. I definitely didn't enjoy the hike as much as I could have since I wore Fitflops. The foliage and the trails are so stunning. The swimming holes where the waterfalls are will be populated and busy but people were friendly and offered to take our photos for us. It was a very pleasant hike. Continuing the drive, we stopped at the Island Chef road side food stand {Excellent fresh fish and chips} and the Nahiku Jewelry store where I dropped about $500 Canadian on pretty jewelry and souvenirs. We continued the drive to Hana and stopped at their general store called Hasegawa Gen. Store. I bought some vegetables to cook later for supper, drinks and post cards. We turned around and headed back. Advice - get to Aunty Sandy's banana bread stand early since she closes as soon as she is sold out. We really enjoyed this drive; it took about 7 hours start to finish getting there and back to our rental in Kihei. The drive is just beautiful beautiful beautiful. I am glad we went even though we are both prone to motion sickness. It is worth driving at least a part of the highway.
Written 16 January 2023
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shaila
Dallas, TX13 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Road to Hana is a windy narrow road that takes you through some gorgeous views of the trees and tropics Maui has to offer! And it’s flooded with waterfalls! If you don’t know where to stop, you could miss all the extra stuff and just drive through! There about a dozen waterfalls just steps from the road and several trails to hike! We stopped at the bamboo forest, rainbow trees and two waterfalls and it took about 2 hours! *if you want to go to black sand beach or hike pipiwai trail you’ll need a reservation through the state park*
Also, there are several huts and food trucks to stop at (more towards the end).
If you keep driving check out MauiWine!
Also, there are several huts and food trucks to stop at (more towards the end).
If you keep driving check out MauiWine!
Written 15 January 2023
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Honcho
Friendswood, TX4 contributions
Wanting to see if the Kealakapi road is passable in a mini van from Hwy 31 to 37? Thanks
Honcho
Friendswood, TX4 contributions
Wanting to see if the Kealakapi road is passable in a mini van from Hwy 31 to 37? Thanks
travelgal1994
Franklin, TN832 contributions
We plan to take this drive in January and have seen contradictory comments about the red sand beaches. Open or private property?? Once on this road… one can turn around and back track? And wondering about the gardens… I didn’t see any comments about these.
TahoegpSA
San Antonio, TX393 contributions
There are many options for turnarounds along the Road to Hana. Not as true of the Road Beyond Hana. Some beaches require reservations; others do not. Best Bet is the Gypsy Guide or similar; however, be sure to check for local updates based on state and island regulations.
trooney86
Minneapolis, MN98 contributions
We are doing this trip tomorrow. Anyone know if the road is washed out or if the whole loop can be done right now (March 25,2021).
Emmmkk
Deer Park, TX14 contributions
I know this is 5 days old but none of the rental car companies cover the back road part that is required to do the entire loop. If you get stuck it’s very expensive to have a tow truck come out. Honestly, halfway to Hana was plenty for us. The drive is very strenuous.
Ashlyn F
New York City, NY3 contributions
Are roadside restaurants open along the road? I plan on traveling in February 2021. Thanks!
Jeffrey Myers
Johns Island, SC1 contribution
What is the best rental car type (compact, full, SUV) and company for the drive from Lahaina (arriving by cruise ship, Holland America) to Hana and back?
Sidney C
6 contributions
Don’t think you need anything special. The road is not that bad.
There are a few parts where you have one lane and some bad asphalt, but that is it. You may just need to go slower.
Maybe if it is raining for days you may have bad conditions.
Lorhop
New York City, NY91 contributions
Is it worth it or even safe to do if you're travelling alone and cannot hike due to a foot impairment?
ajknight
chittenango68 contributions
I hope i am not too late. I would say yes if you Can you get out of the car. most everything we did was take pics. we didn't hike except at 7 sacred pools . I am brave and outgoing . If that is how you are then go. If you get nervous I would say try something else
What’s the Hana shot?
Mom45
Hampton, VA192 contributions
It’s a little bottle of a mixture of ginger, pineapple, B vitamins, lemon and cayenne that helps with motion sickness. It’s widely available on Maui. I ordered some off of Amazon when I got home and it is officially marketed as “Hana Tonic Nausea Relief Shot”.
january
3 contributions
This is what I wanted to know. I can handle narrow and winding and one lane but not edge of a cliff. Is the whole road like this or just a few spots? I am terrified of roads with straight drop offs. That being said everyone talks about this road, how you can't miss traveling it....do you think if we went with a tourist company I would feel safer ( having someone else drive, someone who does it every day)
szobell
Bountiful, UT385 contributions
The roads are not bad at all. In the few places where there is a drop off, there is a guardrail keep you in safety. The only thing that gets sketchy are the blind corners. If you are patient and follow the speed limit, even those are not bad at all. Later in the day (after 4) the locals are driving the road. They know it well and cruise along rapidly.
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