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Hana Highway Sights
Location: Northeast Maui
You might read about this spot online or in another guidebook. A half-mile beyond the missing 6 mile marker a trail leads mauka to four different falls. The spot should be considered Kapu, or off-limits. It’s located on private EMI property.
EMI is the East Maui Irrigation company, and they have ditches running most of the way to Hana. Since they do divert water from various falls and occasionally prevent public access to certain locations, keep that in mind as you explore along the highway. Some waterfalls may be flowing at a lower than usual rate due to EMI diverting water from the stream above the falls.
Their tunnels and ditches feed the cane fields in central Maui. Occasionally they also will block public access to certain locations with “No Trespassing” signs. A few waterfalls along the Hana Highway are completely on or inside EMI areas. The last we heard, EMI was not permitting anyone to hike on its property.
You might read about this spot online or in another guidebook. A half-mile beyond the missing 6 mile marker a trail leads mauka to four different falls. The spot should be considered Kapu, or off-limits. It’s located on private EMI property.
EMI is the East Maui Irrigation company, and they have ditches running most of the way to Hana. Since they do divert water from various falls and occasionally prevent public access to certain locations, keep that in mind as you explore along the highway. Some waterfalls may be flowing at a lower than usual rate due to EMI diverting water from the stream above the falls.
Their tunnels and ditches feed the cane fields in central Maui. Occasionally they also will block public access to certain locations with “No Trespassing” signs. A few waterfalls along the Hana Highway are completely on or inside EMI areas. The last we heard, EMI was not permitting anyone to hike on its property.
Location: Southeast Maui
Mokulau is a small town in Southeast Maui. Past the official end of the Hana Highway, there isn't much to do in Mokulau except take in the expansive scenery. Haleakala lava outcroppings are everywhere along with beautiful coastal views. the turn off to Mokulau is just before mile marker 35 (makai side) and before the town of Kaupo. Turn left onto the dirt road leading toward the ocean. You will pass Hui Aloha Church and cemetery. Park along the road and then walk to the shoreline. From here you can get some of the best views of the southeast Maui coastline. Hawaiian Monk Seals are known to hang out in this area. Do not swim here.
Mokulau is a small town in Southeast Maui. Past the official end of the Hana Highway, there isn't much to do in Mokulau except take in the expansive scenery. Haleakala lava outcroppings are everywhere along with beautiful coastal views. the turn off to Mokulau is just before mile marker 35 (makai side) and before the town of Kaupo. Turn left onto the dirt road leading toward the ocean. You will pass Hui Aloha Church and cemetery. Park along the road and then walk to the shoreline. From here you can get some of the best views of the southeast Maui coastline. Hawaiian Monk Seals are known to hang out in this area. Do not swim here.
Location: Northeast Maui
From mile marker 16 on the Hana Highway (which is missing a physical marker) you can look back and get an excellent view of steep and rugged Nua‘ailua Bay to your left. This vantage point is quite different from the previous lookout – notice the cliff-like walls channeling the waves into this bay, versus the gently sloping shoreline of Honomanu.
From mile marker 16 on the Hana Highway (which is missing a physical marker) you can look back and get an excellent view of steep and rugged Nua‘ailua Bay to your left. This vantage point is quite different from the previous lookout – notice the cliff-like walls channeling the waves into this bay, versus the gently sloping shoreline of Honomanu.
Location: Northeast Maui
While you’re in Hana make sure to take a moment to stop by Hana Bay where you’ll find a large black sand beach. The black sand was formed as lava eroded slowly over time, eventually washing up around the bay. Swimming is usually pretty good, but be sure to check with a local resident before jumping in.
The Hana pier is located on the right side of the bay and offers a unique view of Hana town if you have a chance to walk out on it. The large hill at the far right end of the bay is Ka‘uiki Hill. If you walk to the end of the road where the pier begins, you should be able to find a trail heading up and around the hill. If you follow it a while you can get some nice views of the Hana coastline, Hana town, and even visit a small red sand pocket beach about 200 yards into the hike. Sand can vary at the beach throughout the year, so don’t expect much. The best treat along this hike is the view of Hana town with Haleakala in the background.
While you’re in Hana make sure to take a moment to stop by Hana Bay where you’ll find a large black sand beach. The black sand was formed as lava eroded slowly over time, eventually washing up around the bay. Swimming is usually pretty good, but be sure to check with a local resident before jumping in.
The Hana pier is located on the right side of the bay and offers a unique view of Hana town if you have a chance to walk out on it. The large hill at the far right end of the bay is Ka‘uiki Hill. If you walk to the end of the road where the pier begins, you should be able to find a trail heading up and around the hill. If you follow it a while you can get some nice views of the Hana coastline, Hana town, and even visit a small red sand pocket beach about 200 yards into the hike. Sand can vary at the beach throughout the year, so don’t expect much. The best treat along this hike is the view of Hana town with Haleakala in the background.
Location: Northeast Maui
H. A. Baldwin Park, a tribute to Harry A. Baldwin for his contributions to Maui, is more than just a beach. There are fields for soccer and softball as well as several picnic pavilions and barbecues. The beach is lovely for swimming, but can get a bit windy in the afternoons for sunbathers. This is a family beach which is popular with the locals in Paia, so try to steer clear on the weekends.
While the area is lovely for beach goers, it is also popular for thieves as the parking lot is obscured by sand dunes and sea grass. Don't leave valuables in your car or on the beach while you swim. Also, use common caution.
Baldwin offers restrooms, showers, drinking water, pay phones and an on-duty lifeguard.
H. A. Baldwin Park, a tribute to Harry A. Baldwin for his contributions to Maui, is more than just a beach. There are fields for soccer and softball as well as several picnic pavilions and barbecues. The beach is lovely for swimming, but can get a bit windy in the afternoons for sunbathers. This is a family beach which is popular with the locals in Paia, so try to steer clear on the weekends.
While the area is lovely for beach goers, it is also popular for thieves as the parking lot is obscured by sand dunes and sea grass. Don't leave valuables in your car or on the beach while you swim. Also, use common caution.
Baldwin offers restrooms, showers, drinking water, pay phones and an on-duty lifeguard.
Location: Southeast Maui
Nu'u Bay is a little rocky patch of "beach" in Southeast Maui. When the water is relatively calm and the wind is at a minimum, swimming and snorkeling can be enjoyable. Do not go out too far because the current is strong. The best spot to do this is on the east side of the beach on the rocky peninsula.
This is an isolated location. If the ocean is rough, stay away from the shoreline, the nearest hospital is many bumpy miles away. The nearest phone is at the Kaupo General Store.
The depth of the ocean at this location can surprise you. Only about 100 feet from the shore the bottom begins a gradual plunge. A diver can get to 120 feet pretty easily. The sand and environment are dark, bring a light.
Nu'u Bay is a little rocky patch of "beach" in Southeast Maui. When the water is relatively calm and the wind is at a minimum, swimming and snorkeling can be enjoyable. Do not go out too far because the current is strong. The best spot to do this is on the east side of the beach on the rocky peninsula.
This is an isolated location. If the ocean is rough, stay away from the shoreline, the nearest hospital is many bumpy miles away. The nearest phone is at the Kaupo General Store.
The depth of the ocean at this location can surprise you. Only about 100 feet from the shore the bottom begins a gradual plunge. A diver can get to 120 feet pretty easily. The sand and environment are dark, bring a light.
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