HONOLULU (HI Now) - Whether you’re kamaʻaina or a visitor, here are a few key points to keep in mind to ensure the safety and ease when driving the Road to Hāna:
- Drive as slowly and carefully as you like, and use pull outs to let faster drivers pass.
- Look ahead for one-lane bridges and tight areas, and yield for oncoming traffic.
- Don’t stop on bridges, or park where there are “no parking” signs and traffic may be impeded.
- East Maui weather and road conditions can pose dangers ~ including flash flood conditions that come with mudslides, high surf and rip tides along the coast.
- Take a guided tour to Hana with outfitters like Valley Isle Excursions. That way a seasoned driver can negotiate the curves and bridges while you relax and enjoy the journey.
- Only visit areas that indicate safe access and respect no parking and no trespassing signs.
- Park in designated parking stalls; vehicles protruding onto the highway are subject to being towed.
- Allow locals behind you to pass when safe to do so.
Along the Road to Hāna, don’t forget to visit County, State and National Parks and local businesses.
For more information, visit hanamaui.com/drivewithaloha or on Facebook @visitmaui and Instagram @mauivisit.
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