From the old-school exterior to the historical discourse
that goes on inside, the Sugar Cane Train gives you the
ultimate walk through time. Located in West Maui, the train
is a larger-than-life reproduction of the actual sugar cane
train that ran through the area in the early 1900s. Passengers
are treated to a one-hour road trip featuring an authentic
wooden trestle, a singing conductor, and great panoramic
views of the West Maui Mountains.
Officially known as the Lahaina-Kaanapali and Pacific Railroad,
the Sugar Cane Train makes use of authentic elements such
as steam whistles and a narrow-gauge track. Some of the
parts actually come from the actual train date back as far
as the 1880s.
The train runs from the historic Lahaina to Puukolii, a
distance spanning roughly six miles. The open-air coach
sits 200 passengers and passes through a scenic resort town,
Kaanapali, where you’ll get great views of the ocean and
the nearby islands of Lanai and Molokai. As you pass through
the 415-foot-high wooden trestle, don’t forget to look at
the window as this is the best spot to view the ocean. From
December to April, you may even spot a few humpback whales—a
common sight in the warm Pacific waters.
Over 5 million tourists have boarded the Sugar Cane Train
since 1970. The train is also used for occasional parties
and receptions, and many locals get on just to hang out
or get to the Kaanapali resorts. Although the sugar mill
it once served has long gone out of business, there are
no signs that this train will go the same route!
Sugar Cane Train in Bullet Points
Sugar Cane Train Location
Address: 975 Limahana Pl., Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
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