{"id":9520,"date":"2016-12-02T10:10:31","date_gmt":"2016-12-02T10:10:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/?p=9520"},"modified":"2025-08-25T21:48:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T04:48:33","slug":"ultimate-road-trip-driving-road-hana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/ultimate-road-trip-driving-road-hana\/","title":{"rendered":"THE ULTIMATE ROAD TRIP: DRIVING THE ROAD TO HANA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Nothing exemplifies the phrase, &#8220;Life is a journey, not a destination,&#8221; quite like a road trip. For the ultimate one, head to Maui, Hawaii and drive the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g29220-d106115-Reviews-Hana_Highway_Road_to_Hana-Maui_Hawaii.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Road to Hana<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This drive is no ordinary road trip. It\u2019s a one-day trip along the coast of Maui, just past a little town called Paia. Sure, you could spend your time in Maui sitting on the beach all day, <em>or<\/em> you could have an unforgettable adventure! You\u2019ll explore a lush bamboo forest, soak up the sun at a black sand beach, hike to gorgeous views, and swim in the pools of cascading waterfalls. So pack a swimsuit, sneakers, and a change of clothes, grab some friends, and follow along as I show you the 10 best stops to make along the Road to Hana!<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9575 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/alau-island-koki-beach-maui-774x516.jpg\" alt=\"alau-island-koki-beach-maui\" width=\"774\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/alau-island-koki-beach-maui-774x516.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/alau-island-koki-beach-maui-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/alau-island-koki-beach-maui-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/alau-island-koki-beach-maui-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/alau-island-koki-beach-maui.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 1: PAIA TOWN<\/h3>\n<p>Paia is a one stoplight town that serves as your starting point on the Road to Hana. Pick up all of the essentials for your trip at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kuaustore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kuau Store<\/a>, the last market you\u2019ll hit before reaching Hana. I recommend water, cold brew coffee, a sandwich for lunch, and some coconut chips!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9550 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/paia-town-maui-774x516.jpg\" alt=\"hana-highway\" width=\"774\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/paia-town-maui-774x516.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/paia-town-maui-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/paia-town-maui-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/paia-town-maui.jpg 936w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 2: WAIKAMOI RIDGE TRAIL<\/h3>\n<p>Just past mile marker 9, you\u2019ll come to a small parking lot on the side of the road that leads to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hawaii-guide.com\/maui\/hiking_trails\/waikamoi_forest_ridge_trail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Waikamoi Ridge Trail<\/a>. Experience peek-a-boo views of the pacific ocean in the distance, and hike through a forest of eucalyptus and bamboo. Make sure to bring sneakers or hiking shoes, as the trails are often muddy.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9573 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/golden-bamboo-keanae-maui-774x516.jpg\" alt=\" golden-bamboo-keanae-maui\" width=\"774\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/golden-bamboo-keanae-maui-774x516.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/golden-bamboo-keanae-maui-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/golden-bamboo-keanae-maui-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/golden-bamboo-keanae-maui.jpg 792w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 3: KE\u2019ANAE ARBORETUM<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ke'anae_Arboretum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ke&#8217;anae Arboretum<\/a> is a botanical garden that houses over 150 varieties of tropical plants, including rainbow eucalyptus trees and golden bamboo.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9554 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-pepper-plant-keanae-maui-774x516.jpg\" alt=\" red-pepper-plant-keanae-maui\" width=\"774\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-pepper-plant-keanae-maui-774x516.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-pepper-plant-keanae-maui-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-pepper-plant-keanae-maui-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-pepper-plant-keanae-maui-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-pepper-plant-keanae-maui.jpg 1296w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 4: HALFWAY TO HANA STAND<\/h3>\n<p>Right after the Arboretum, you\u2019ll come across the Halfway To Hana Stand\u00a0on the side of the road. Stop and pick up a couple loaves of mouthwatering banana bread to snack on. It\u2019s cash only, so come prepared.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9555 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/halfway-to-hana-maui-774x516.jpg\" alt=\"halfway-to-hana-maui\" width=\"774\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/halfway-to-hana-maui-774x516.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/halfway-to-hana-maui-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/halfway-to-hana-maui-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/halfway-to-hana-maui.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 5: UPPER WAIKANI FALLS AKA THREE BEARS<\/h3>\n<p>As you approach mile marker 19, look out for the <a href=\"http:\/\/mauiguidebook.com\/waterfalls-maui\/upper-waikani-falls-aka-three-bears\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Upper Waikani Falls<\/a> aka Three Bears. This is a quick roadside stop with breathtaking views.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9556 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/upper-waikani-falls-maui-774x516.jpg\" alt=\"upper-waikani-falls-maui\" width=\"774\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/upper-waikani-falls-maui-774x516.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/upper-waikani-falls-maui-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/upper-waikani-falls-maui-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/upper-waikani-falls-maui.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 6: WAI\u2019ANAPANAPA STATE PARK AND PA\u2019ILOA BEACH<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/dlnr.hawaii.gov\/dsp\/parks\/maui\/waianapanapa-state-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wai\u2019anapanapa State Park<\/a> is home to Maui\u2019s famous black sand beach and it\u2019s not one to miss. Lay out a blanket for a picnic on the black sand, take a dip in the clear blue water, and explore the lava caves at the end of the beach. Don\u2019t forget your sunscreen!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9557 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/black-sand-beach-maui.jpg\" alt=\"upper-waikani-falls-maui\" width=\"801\" height=\"1068\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/black-sand-beach-maui.jpg 666w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/black-sand-beach-maui-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/black-sand-beach-maui-500x667.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 801px) 100vw, 801px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">STOP 7: HANA TOWN<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">You\u2019ve made it to Hana! While the name of this trip may suggest that your journey ends here, there are still a few stops before you\u2019ll turn around. Drive into this sleepy little town and learn about its history before continuing on.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9565 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/hana-hawaii-774x518.jpg\" alt=\"hana-hawaii\" width=\"774\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/hana-hawaii-774x518.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/hana-hawaii-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/hana-hawaii-500x335.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/hana-hawaii-1080x723.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 8: KOKI BEACH<\/h3>\n<p>Koki Beach is just a short detour past mile marker 51. Stop for a quick photo of the red stone cliffs towering over the beach. Out in the distance, you\u2019ll see a little island called &#8216;\u0100lau covered in coconut palms.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9567 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-cliffs-koki-beach-maui-774x516.jpg\" alt=\" red-cliffs-koki-beach-maui\" width=\"774\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-cliffs-koki-beach-maui-774x516.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-cliffs-koki-beach-maui-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-cliffs-koki-beach-maui-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/red-cliffs-koki-beach-maui.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 9: WAILUA FALLS<\/h3>\n<p>Pull over and climb down the rocks to get close to this magnificent waterfall that drops almost 80 feet! The Wailua Falls are easily accessible from the road and if you\u2019re feeling brave, take a quick dip in the pool to cool off.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9570 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/wailua-falls-road-to-hana-maui.jpg\" alt=\"ATTACHMENT DETAILS wailua-falls-road-to-hana-maui.jpg 2nd December 2016 364 KB 720 \u00d7 1080 Edit Image Delete Permanently URLTitleCaptionAlt TextDescription ATTACHMENT DISPLAY SETTINGS Alignment Link To Size\" width=\"803\" height=\"1205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/wailua-falls-road-to-hana-maui.jpg 720w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/wailua-falls-road-to-hana-maui-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/wailua-falls-road-to-hana-maui-500x750.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 803px) 100vw, 803px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>STOP 10: KIPAHULU, HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.govisithawaii.com\/2009\/03\/09\/visiting-the-kipahulu-area-of-haleakala-national-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kipahulu<\/a> is about a 45-minute drive past Hana and is your last stop of the trip. Start with the Pipiwai Trail for views of Makahiku Falls, a gigantic Banyan Tree, and a bright green bamboo forest. Once you make your way back down the trail, continue to the coast to see Oheo Gulch aka Seven Sacred Pools, a group of cascading freshwater pools that lead into the ocean.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-9571 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/amanda-Pailoa-Beach-maui-774x516.jpg\" alt=\" amanda-Pailoa-Beach-maui\" width=\"774\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/amanda-Pailoa-Beach-maui-774x516.jpg 774w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/amanda-Pailoa-Beach-maui-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/amanda-Pailoa-Beach-maui-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/amanda-Pailoa-Beach-maui.jpg 1039w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><br \/>\n<em>Have you driven the Road to Hana? What was your favorite stop? Please share in the comments below! Read Next &gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/usa-road-trip-solo-female\/\">Best Road Trip Destinations For Solo Female Travellers<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>By <em>We Are Travel Girls<\/em> Contributor\u00a0Amanda Ulmer of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.twobluepassports.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TwoBluePassports.com<br \/>\n<\/a>Connect with Amanda <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/twobluepassports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/2bluepassports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Instagram<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/2bluepassports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Twitter<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/2bluepassports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pinterest<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16546 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/hana.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"852\" height=\"1159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/hana.jpg 735w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/hana-120x163.jpg 120w, https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/hana-500x680.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 852px) 100vw, 852px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nothing exemplifies the phrase, &#8220;Life is a journey, not a destination,&#8221; quite like a road trip. 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