Wailua Valley State Wayside

Looking for a perfect way to spend a long weekend in Maui, Hawai’i, check out this 3 and a half day itinerary to take the stress out of planning your ideal island vacation and leave the relaxing to you. This itinerary is made for adults ages 21+ in mind. When in Hawai’i, always remember to respect the locals, the rules, their culture and wildlife, leave places better than you found them, and practice the leave no trace principle. Remember, we are guests in their home. Out of respect and guidance, this guide does not include any stops or activities in West Maui. Our hearts go out to the grieving communities and local islanders who are still struggling to recover from the wildfires in early August 2023. Please do not go to Lahaina or take photos of the area. Whenever possible, shop, eat, and play by supporting local shops and groups.

This is a comprehensive guide with viewpoints, pit stops, and parking recommendation for your journey to Hana. It's definitely not as scary as people make it seem, and worth renting a car and driving by the coast yourself to take the necessary time. This guide follow Highway 360, so you are not taking the "backway". It is ideal to take at least 2 to 3 days to see and hike everything along the way. The guide is organized by by the route, with more details on Hana, Wainapanapa and Kipahulu. This guide includes: mapped stops along Road to Hana, hotel recommendations, food recommendations, activities and hiking recommendations, and reservations links. If you have any questions, please feel free to message! Last visited: May 2023