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Keokea at a Glance

Keokea is an unincorporated community on the slopes of Mt. Haleakala in upcountry Maui. The town is located along Kula Highway approximately 14 miles (22.5 km) from Kahului and 8 miles (12.9 km) from Kihei. Keokea is the last outpost along the Kula Highway, which then winds down to Hana. It has an elevation of 2,860 feet (872 m) above sea level and offers a panoramic view of Haleakala.

Keokea was originally settled by Chinese immigrants. The Hakka Chinese’s influence on people and culture is evident in some town landmarks, such as the St. John’s Episcopal Church (which is adorned with Chinese characters) and the Kwok Hing Society Temple. The Chinese hero and first president Sun-Yat Sen lived in Keokea for a while in 1911. A park built in his honor can be found in the town. Sun-Yat Sen’s brother, Sun Mei, was one of the many Chinese immigrants who made Keokea their home in the early 20th century.

There are not many commercial places in Keokea, but only two “mom and pop” stores. However, there are a lot of worthwhile stops here. Grandma’s Coffee House serves fresh baked goods and roasts their own coffee. Next to the coffee house is the Keokea Gallery, an art gallery featuring the works of local artists. Nearby, the Ulupalakua Ranch has Maui’s only commercial winery, the Tedeschi Vineyards.

Primary sources of income in Keokea come from farming, ranching and forestry. Keokea produces vegetables and flowers, which include cabbages, Kula onions, carnations and proteas. Ranches also abound in the area, with some offering horseback riding tours.

Keokea in Bullet Points

  • Originally settled by Chinese immigrants
  • Small town in upcountry Maui

Keokea Location

Located along Kula Highway, about 14 miles (22.5 km) from Kahului and 8 miles (12.9 km) from Kihei

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75°F
Windchill:
75°F

Partly Cloudy
Location: Kula, HI, US
Wind: 22 mph NE
Humidity: 69%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.02 in rising
Sunrise: 6:39 am
Sunset: 5:43 pm
Fri
Hi: 82°F
Low: 70°F
Scattered Showers
Sat
Hi: 84°F
Low: 69°F
Partly Cloudy

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