Makawao, Hawaii
The small town of Makawao, Hawaii, along with its near neighbor, Pukalani, sits inland on Maui about 20 minutes along Highway 37 from the coastal hub of Kahului.
Plan Around Makawao, Hawaii
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Makawao, Hawaii Details
The small town of Makawao, Hawaii, along with its near neighbor, Pukalani, sits inland on Maui about 20 minutes along Highway 37 from the coastal hub of Kahului. The town is also about 40 minutes by road from the entrance to Haleakala National Park. This Upcountry Maui ranching and farming community has hotels, stores, restaurants, gas stations, and other amenities for travelers.
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Outside the Park
Nearby Parks Around Makawao, Hawaii
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Makawao, Hawaii
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4.8 mi away
Pa'ia, Hawaii
The unofficial "gateway" to the Road to Hana, Pa'ia, Hawaii is a north coast Maui town a little more than 15 minutes from Kahului on Highway 36.
5.7 mi away
Hana Highway
The Hana Highway, also known as the Road to Hana, is the signature scenic drive in Maui.
6.9 mi away
Haleakala Highway (Route 378)
The Haleakala Highway, also called Crater Road, begins in the town of Pukalani and winds up the side of Haleakala, with many switchbacks along the way.
8.6 mi away
Kahului, Hawaii
Kahului is the first place that most visitors to Maui see, since it's home to the island's main international airport.
9.6 mi away
Haleakala National Park Summit Entrance
Visitors are required to pay via credit card at both entrances of the national park.
