The Hana Highway on Maui's northeastern coast winds through rainforest, past cascading waterfalls, and along dramatic sea cliffs to the remote town of Hana.
The Hana Highway, also known as Highway 360, follows an ancient Hawaiian coastal path that was paved into a modern road in the early twentieth century. It crosses more than 50 bridges, many of them original concrete spans from the 1910s, and passes through communities that have maintained strong Native Hawaiian traditions for generations.
Drivers pass waterfalls spilling directly onto the roadside, trail heads leading into the West Maui Mountains, and taro fields still farmed in the traditional way at Keanae Peninsula. Garden of Eden Arboretum and Puaa Kaa State Wayside Park offer easy stops with lush scenery and freshwater pools.
Hana town itself rewards the journey with the Hasegawa General Store, Hana Cultural Center, and the serene Hamoa Beach nearby. The road continuing past Hana toward Kipahulu leads to the Oheo Gulch pools within Haleakala National Park.
The Hana Highway is one of the most scenic drives in the United States, offering a rare combination of natural beauty, cultural depth, and a genuine sense of discovery that makes the long drive entirely worthwhile.
Start driving by 7 a.m. to avoid congestion at the narrow bridges and popular roadside stops.
Try fresh banana bread from the farm stands near Huelo and Keanae, a beloved roadside tradition.
Bring cash, as many roadside vendors and small parks along the route do not accept cards.
Stop at Waianapanapa State Park to walk the black-sand beach and coastal lava trail, but reserve your entry permit in advance online.
Fill your gas tank in Paia before you leave, as fuel stations along the Hana Highway are very limited.
Walk a private trail to two waterfalls with time to swim and jump
Ride a Polaris Slingshot to Hana with built-in navigation and 24 hours to explore
Rent a Harley Heritage Softail and explore Maui with unlimited miles
Ride Maui in comfort on a premium touring bike with unlimited miles and flexible 4-hour to 7-day rentals.
Spend 8–9 hours on the Road to Hana with lunch and GoPro videography included
Ride the Road to Hāna with local guides from Hāna
Private half-day Road to Hana with waterfall stops and Ho'okipa Beach Park
Ride the Road to Hana on a private 6-hour tour for up to 7 guests
Private Road to Hana day tour with waterfalls, Black Sand Beach, and Ho'okipa Beach Park
Go private on the Road to Hana with waterfalls, black sand beach, and local stops
Experience a helicopter flight and private Hana tour to see waterfalls, rainforest, and a black sand beach
Hike to 3–5 waterfalls with optional swims and jumps in a private Hana Highway valley
Hike to 3–5 waterfalls with swimming and cliff-jump options, plus lunch and snacks
Fly on five ziplines and a suspension bridge with snacks included
Soar across Maui’s rainforest on eight ziplines with bridges and snacks included
Ride the Road to Hana with a private local guide
Photograph Maui from sunrise on the North Shore to sunset at Makena Cove
Half-day private Road to Hāna Jeep tour with waterfall stops
Open-air Jeep ride along the Hana Highway with guided stops for up to 4
Drive a Polaris Slingshot with integrated navigation and enjoy a full 24-hour Road to Hana adventure at your own pace
Take a private Road to Hāna drive with flexible stops in 8–10 hours
Half-day Road to Hāna highlights with a guided, air-conditioned ride
Tour the Road to Hana by luxury SUV with a certified guide
Hike East Maui’s cloud forest with a certified guide and small group
Ride the Road to Hana in a private SUV with a certified guide and lunch included
Ride in a private SUV to Road to Hana rainforest views, with snacks and drinks included
Ride the Road to Hana by private SUV with a certified guide