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Maui Towns
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Location: Southwest Maui
You simply can’t leave Mau‘i without experiencing Lahaina. A port town, Lahaina is full of things to see and do from shopping to exploring several historical sites. The main drag is Front Street which you can get to by turning left just before mile marker 20 on Honoapi’ilani Hwy. A few things to see in Lahaina are: the gigantic banyan tree which literally takes up an entire city block, the historic Baldwin House, the old courthouse, and the old prison. Be prepared to search and possibly pay for parking in Lahaina. It is incredibly popular and has the reputation for being crowded. There is plenty of shopping, dining and entertainment here. It is home to shows such as Ulalena and the Old Lahaina Luau.
You simply can’t leave Mau‘i without experiencing Lahaina. A port town, Lahaina is full of things to see and do from shopping to exploring several historical sites. The main drag is Front Street which you can get to by turning left just before mile marker 20 on Honoapi’ilani Hwy. A few things to see in Lahaina are: the gigantic banyan tree which literally takes up an entire city block, the historic Baldwin House, the old courthouse, and the old prison. Be prepared to search and possibly pay for parking in Lahaina. It is incredibly popular and has the reputation for being crowded. There is plenty of shopping, dining and entertainment here. It is home to shows such as Ulalena and the Old Lahaina Luau.
Location: Northeast Maui
After 52 miles of winding traverse through the Hana Highway, you’ve made it to Hana Town!
Hana is a 4,500 acre area previously owned by the Unna Brothers who, in the 1800’s, raised sugar cane. In 1935, the area was bought by Paul Fagan who began raising cattle in the area. Today the Hana area is owned by a group of local and mainland investors.
Hana is a quaint little town that offers Maui visitors a place to relax away from the mainstream lives they’ve almost all come to escape. Hana is certainly the place to go to get away from it all. In Hana you can grab a bite to eat at one of the three restaurants in town, you can go shopping in one of the small stores, and you can even talk story (chat) with some of the local folks. We always like to joke with them about the cars parked on the Hana Highway and the fact that they have been there for about two decades now. “Oh they’re part of the scenery of the highway now, just too expensive to tow them out,” they say with a smile. And in Hana town, a smile is about as genuine a smile as you’ll ever find.
After 52 miles of winding traverse through the Hana Highway, you’ve made it to Hana Town!
Hana is a 4,500 acre area previously owned by the Unna Brothers who, in the 1800’s, raised sugar cane. In 1935, the area was bought by Paul Fagan who began raising cattle in the area. Today the Hana area is owned by a group of local and mainland investors.
Hana is a quaint little town that offers Maui visitors a place to relax away from the mainstream lives they’ve almost all come to escape. Hana is certainly the place to go to get away from it all. In Hana you can grab a bite to eat at one of the three restaurants in town, you can go shopping in one of the small stores, and you can even talk story (chat) with some of the local folks. We always like to joke with them about the cars parked on the Hana Highway and the fact that they have been there for about two decades now. “Oh they’re part of the scenery of the highway now, just too expensive to tow them out,” they say with a smile. And in Hana town, a smile is about as genuine a smile as you’ll ever find.
Location: Northeast Maui
The journey along the Hana Highway begins at a small town on Maui’s north shore named Pa‘ia (Pah-ee-ah) town. To get to Pa‘ia town from the Kahului Airport, turn onto Highway 36 and follow it to where you enter Pa‘ia town beyond mile marker 6.
A little over a hundred years ago Pa‘ia was a sugar plantation town. Today it is famous primarily for Ho‘okipa Beach Park located right beyond the town.
The journey along the Hana Highway begins at a small town on Maui’s north shore named Pa‘ia (Pah-ee-ah) town. To get to Pa‘ia town from the Kahului Airport, turn onto Highway 36 and follow it to where you enter Pa‘ia town beyond mile marker 6.
A little over a hundred years ago Pa‘ia was a sugar plantation town. Today it is famous primarily for Ho‘okipa Beach Park located right beyond the town.
Location: Southeast Maui
As you travel south along Highway 31, the turnoff 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 south east Maui coastline. There are also several lava outcroppings in this area.
The Kaupo Store right beyond this stop (past the 35 mile marker) is your last place to pick up snacks before reaching Tedeschi Winery near Highway 37.
As you travel south along Highway 31, the turnoff 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 south east Maui coastline. There are also several lava outcroppings in this area.
The Kaupo Store right beyond this stop (past the 35 mile marker) is your last place to pick up snacks before reaching Tedeschi Winery near Highway 37.
Location: Northeast Maui
Just makai beyond mile marker 18 on the Hana Highway is the small road leading down to Wailua Town. While there isn’t much for visitors to do or see in this taro-growing town, the spot is worth a mention due to the fact it’s the only place you can catch a glimpse of Lower Waikani Falls. This falls is on the Wailuanui stream and is one of the largest falls under the highway. From the town road, you should be able to get a partial view of the falls by looking inland, back up the mountain. It’s a nice side-trip if you have the time. If not, you can get a more intimate view of another falls on the same stream in a few minutes. Upper Waikani Falls is just ahead.
Just makai beyond mile marker 18 on the Hana Highway is the small road leading down to Wailua Town. While there isn’t much for visitors to do or see in this taro-growing town, the spot is worth a mention due to the fact it’s the only place you can catch a glimpse of Lower Waikani Falls. This falls is on the Wailuanui stream and is one of the largest falls under the highway. From the town road, you should be able to get a partial view of the falls by looking inland, back up the mountain. It’s a nice side-trip if you have the time. If not, you can get a more intimate view of another falls on the same stream in a few minutes. Upper Waikani Falls is just ahead.
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: South Maui
Many Hawaiian refer to the area of Kihei as "Kamaʻole 'aina" (barren land). Kihei even has three beaches that bear the Kama`ole name. Kihei is located direct on the southwest coast of Haleakala. The area is known for its dry weather - it can often be dusty and hot in this area of the island. The average precipitation here is less than 13 inches of rain annually.
In the early 1900's there were failed attempts to establish sugar plantations on this part of the island. During the 1930's, only about 375 people live in Kihei. The road was not paved and there was little visitor interest in the area. Attempts to sale portions of the area between the 1930's and 1950's were marginally successful. Land was cheap - but no one really wanted to invest in any property here. But as usual, time changes things... by the 1960's when water was finally piped into the area, developers finally realized the potential to attract visitors to this side of the island.
Kihei development began with no real plan - condominiums went up by the dozens - right on top of one another. Shopping centers and strip malls suddenly dotted the once barren coastline. It wasn't long before budget conscious visitors began to realize the great deals available in Kihei, and the expansion continued
Many Hawaiian refer to the area of Kihei as "Kamaʻole 'aina" (barren land). Kihei even has three beaches that bear the Kama`ole name. Kihei is located direct on the southwest coast of Haleakala. The area is known for its dry weather - it can often be dusty and hot in this area of the island. The average precipitation here is less than 13 inches of rain annually.
In the early 1900's there were failed attempts to establish sugar plantations on this part of the island. During the 1930's, only about 375 people live in Kihei. The road was not paved and there was little visitor interest in the area. Attempts to sale portions of the area between the 1930's and 1950's were marginally successful. Land was cheap - but no one really wanted to invest in any property here. But as usual, time changes things... by the 1960's when water was finally piped into the area, developers finally realized the potential to attract visitors to this side of the island.
Kihei development began with no real plan - condominiums went up by the dozens - right on top of one another. Shopping centers and strip malls suddenly dotted the once barren coastline. It wasn't long before budget conscious visitors began to realize the great deals available in Kihei, and the expansion continued
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