Road to Hāna Master Guide

Confidently navigate over 600 curves and approximately 50 one-lane bridges with a practical, timed, and safety-first approach

64 Miles 10-13 Hours Avg Technical Drive

Critical Planning Alerts (March 2026)

March 2026 Roadwork Holds

Be prepared for delays as HDOT announces sporadic road closures and lane restrictions on Hāna Highway due to rock scaling operations. Allow extra time for your journey.

Waiʻānapanapa Reservations Mandatory

A pre-booked time slot is required. Entry may be denied if arriving more than 30 minutes late. Please exit by the end of your allocated time.

Temporary Closures

Kaumahina State Wayside and Hāna Lava Tube are both closed for repairs and pending survey, making them currently inaccessible.

Eastbound Stops

Follows Routes 36 & 360 sequentially

~MM 9

Ho‘okipa Beach Park

Beach lookout, surfing, turtles

Parking: 170+ spaces across 3 lots + street
Visit Time: 15–45 min (Early AM)
Restrooms: Yes (ADA accessible)
Fee: Free
Practical Notes: The most convenient stop for a quick win: enjoy beautiful views with little walking. Lifeguards are on duty from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Perfect for a scenic first stop or a late-after
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~MM 2–2.1

Twin Falls

Waterfalls & Swimming

Parking: 55 paid spots ONLY. No shoulder/street parking.
Visit Time: 45–90 min (Early)
Restrooms: Porta-potties
Fee: $10/vehicle
Practical Notes: Traditional early hike with waterfalls. No parking on shoulders, watch for uneven terrain. Avoid entering during high water or flash floods.
MM 10.5

Garden of Eden Arboretum

Botanical Garden

Parking: Multiple areas
Visit Time: 45–120 min
Restrooms: Yes (Maintained)
Fee: $20 adult / $10 child
Practical Notes: A dependable pit stop with clean restrooms and well-kept trails. Operating hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes drive left to reach Hāna
~MM 32

Waiʻānapanapa State Park

Black sand beach

Parking: Strictly controlled by reservation
Visit Time: 60–150 min (Your ticketed window)
Restrooms: Bathrooms + showers
Fee: Paid Reservation Required
Practical Notes: URGENT: Online booking required. No reservation? No entry. Explore coastal trails, caves, and black sand beaches. Beware of hazardous surf conditions.
~MM 42 (Post-Hāna)

Haleakalā NP (Kīpahulu / Pīpīwai)

National Park / Long Hike

Parking: Dedicated NP lot
Visit Time: 2–4 hrs
Restrooms: Yes (NO POTABLE WATER)
Fee: $30/vehicle (Card only)
Practical Notes: The challenging 'big hike' awaits 12 miles beyond Hāna. There is no food or gas available in the park. Swimming in the ʻOheʻo pools is prohibited. Be ready for hot and humid conditions
The outbound route has reached its end. It is safest to return the way you came.