Stretching for 68 unforgettable miles and more than 600 curves from Kahului to Kipahulu, the road is in view of miles of dazzling waterfalls, rugged cliffs set against vast ocean expanses, lush rainforests, secluded black sand beaches, and historic sites such as the grave of aviator Charles A. Lindbergh.
Explore Iao Valley State Park
Surround yourself with the verdant peaks and valleys of Maui’s most accessible and beautiful state park. Iao Valley State Park is a place to soak up peaceful, scenic views, explore botanical gardens, swim, hike and sample fruit like guava and mountain apples fresh from the trees. A guided tour introduces you to the wonders of the Iao Valley’s plants and animals, and the park’s Bailey House Museum is home to Hawaiian artifacts, paintings and an original koa wood surfboard. Embark on adventure in the Jurassic Park-style atmosphere of this park.
Haleakalā National Park
Meaning “house of the sun” in Hawaiian, this park covers 30,183 spectacular acres of volcanoes, forests, and coastline, of which more than 24,710 acres of the park is purely wilderness area. Local tip: Bring your layers and stop for hot chocolate or coffee at Pukalani Superette. It may be Maui, but it gets cold up there during sunrise! Bring a blanket and you’ll thank us as you snuggle up!
Haleakalā Volcano Crater
The main attraction at Haleakalā National Park, the dormant volcano last erupted in the late 1600s and today forms a spectacular crater that can be hiked, biked, or accessed from Hawaii state road 378 for especially breathtaking views at sunrise and sunset. Due to popularity, reservations are required to visit for sunrise.
